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  • From Addiction to Alignment: Redefining Success, Faith, and Purpose with Tom Lyman
    Dec 24 2025

    In Episode 93 of the Refine and Shine Podcast, host Angelina Rivera sits down with Tom Lyman, a men’s coach and faith-based mentor, for a raw and powerful conversation about addiction, recovery, purpose, and redefining success.

    Tom shares his deeply personal journey from outward success and hidden addiction to surrender, healing, and intentional living through faith. Together, Angelina and Tom unpack what it truly means to live aligned with your values, not society’s definition of success. This episode explores vulnerability, accountability, faith, and the daily habits that lead to lasting transformation.

    Listeners will walk away encouraged to examine their own definitions of success, identify emotional blind spots, and take practical steps toward clarity, healing, and purpose-driven living.

    n this episode, we discuss:

    Tom’s journey from addiction and materialism to recovery and faith

    Why external success often masks internal struggle

    Redefining success beyond money, titles, and possessions

    The power of vulnerability and sharing your testimony

    Faith as a foundation for healing and personal alignment

    Tools for intentional living, including journaling and habit stacking

    Using emotional awareness to break cycles and grow

    How accountability and community accelerate transformation

    Aligning daily actions with core values and purpose

    Encouragement for anyone feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected

    Memorable Takeaways:

    You can climb the ladder of success and still realize it’s leaning against the wrong wall

    Healing begins when we stop hiding and start telling the truth

    Small, consistent habits lead to massive life change

    True success is peace, alignment, and living with purpose

    🔗 Connect With the Guest

    Tom Lyman

    Tom Lyman is a men’s coach helping men move from addiction, survival mode, and misaligned success into intentional, purpose-driven living rooted in faith, accountability, and clarity.

    🌐 Website: https://www.tom-lyman.com
    📧 Email: Tom@tom-lyman.com

    If this conversation resonated with you, reach out to Tom to learn more about his coaching work and accountability-based approach to personal growth and recovery.

    🔗 Connect With Angelina Rivera

    Angelina Rivera is a time management coach, consultant, and host of the Refine and Shine Podcast, where she helps busy professionals and entrepreneurs reclaim their time, refocus their energy, and refine their path.

    🌐 Website: https://angelinarivera.com
    📅 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://angelinarivera.com/links
    📲 Instagram: @refineandshinepodcast | @the.angelina.rivera
    🎧 YouTube: Refine and Shine Podcast | Angelina Rivera
    💼 LinkedIn: Angelina Rivera | Refine and Shine Podcast
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    🛍️ Work With Me: https://angelinarivera.com/coaching-services

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  • Why Earned Media Builds More Trust Than Social Media — Jenny Beres of Pink Shark PR
    Dec 20 2025
    In this episode, you’ll learn:

    Why earned media creates more credibility than social media or paid ads

    The difference between PR, advertising, and social media marketing

    Why press releases alone are not a PR strategy

    How storytelling builds trust and authority for founders

    Why women often struggle to recognize and communicate what makes them exceptional

    How journalists actually think—and why they aren’t your marketing team

    The importance of controlling your brand narrative before others do

    The risks of pay-to-play media disguised as earned coverage

    How burnout and hustle culture harm long-term business success

    Why routines, sleep, and boundaries are essential for high performers

    A simple action step to start building relationships with journalists today

    Action Step from Jenny:

    Find a journalist whose work you admire. Read their articles, engage with their content, and build a genuine connection before pitching your story.

    🔗 Connect with Jenny Beres

    🌐 Website: https://pinksharkpr.com
    💼 LinkedIn: Jenny Beres

    🔗 Connect with Angelina Rivera

    🌐 Website: angelinarivera.com
    📅 Book a Free Discovery Call: angelinarivera.com/links
    📲 Instagram: @refineandshinepodcast | @the.angelina.rivera
    🎧 YouTube: Refine and Shine Podcast | Angelina Rivera
    💼 LinkedIn: Angelina Rivera | Refine and Shine Podcast
    📲 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@refineandshinepodcast
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    🛍️ Work With Me — Courses & Coaching: https://angelinarivera.com/coaching-services

    #RefineAndShinePodcast #EarnedMedia #PublicRelations #PRStrateg #WomenInBusiness #WomenInTech #FounderVisibility #BrandStorytelling #PersonalBranding #BusinessCredibility #EntrepreneurLife #ThoughtLeadership #AIandFintech

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  • From Corporate Burnout to Passion-Powered Business: How Kristen Bonkoski Built a Life Around Cycling, Freedom & Purpose
    Dec 17 2025

    In this episode, you’ll learn:

    Kristen’s transition from corporate project management to lifestyle entrepreneurship

    Why burnout is often a sign you’re out of alignment—not failing

    How Kristen built two profitable online businesses around cycling

    The power of starting small (even just 20 minutes at a time)

    How to balance entrepreneurship, motherhood, marriage, and personal health

    Why passion-based businesses last longer than money-driven ones

    How physical movement (like cycling or walking) supports mental health and clarity

    The importance of honoring different seasons of life without guilt

    Why comparison kills momentum—and how to refocus on your own path

    Actionable advice for turning any passion into a viable online business

    💡 Key Takeaway

    You don’t need to be fearless—you just need to start. Passion plus consistent, small action creates momentum that can completely transform your life.

    🔗 Connect with Kristen Bonkoski

    🌐 Passion-Based Business Coaching: https://kristenbonkoski.com

    🚴‍♀️ Women’s Cycling Community: https://femmecyclist.com

    👨‍👩‍👧 Biking with Kids Resources: https://rascalrides.com

    🔗 Connect with Angelina Rivera

    🌐 Website: angelinarivera.com
    📅 Book a Free Discovery Call: angelinarivera.com/links
    📲 Instagram: @refineandshinepodcast | @the.angelina.rivera
    🎧 YouTube: Refine and Shine Podcast | Angelina Rivera
    💼 LinkedIn: Angelina Rivera | Refine and Shine Podcast
    📲 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@refineandshinepodcast
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    🛍️ Work With Me — Courses & Coaching: https://angelinarivera.com/coaching-services

    #RefineAndShinePodcast #WomenEntrepreneurs #PassionBasedBusiness
    #LeaveCorporate #LifestyleEntrepreneur #WorkingMomLife
    #BurnoutRecovery #MentalHealthMatters #WomenInBusiness
    #PurposeDrivenLife #TimeManagementForWomen #EntrepreneurMindset
    #FaithAndBusiness #SmallBusinessOwner #BuildYourDreamLife

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  • Why Traditional Fitness Fails Women’s Health
    Dec 13 2025
    🔹 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

    Cyn Sass’s journey from elite athletics to functional fitness & nutrition

    Why “one-size-fits-all” health plans don’t work

    The limitations of traditional Western medicine for chronic conditions

    How stress and the central nervous system impact inflammation, hormones, and healing

    The role of functional testing (including hormone and root-cause testing)

    Why advocating for yourself in healthcare matters more than ever

    Simple, practical ways to regulate stress and support whole-body wellness

    How personalized, HIPAA-compliant care creates safer, more effective outcomes

    🔹 Topics We Dive Into:

    Functional medicine vs. reactive medicine

    Women’s health, hormones, and chronic illness

    Gut health, inflammation, and nervous system balance

    Fitness beyond aesthetics—training for longevity and healing

    Building sustainable health strategies rooted in real life

    Cyn brings both professional expertise and lived experience to this conversation, making it relatable, educational, and deeply validating for anyone who has ever felt unheard in their health journey.

    🔗 Connect with Cyn Sass (Guest)

    🌐 Website: https://mindyourmatters-sff.com/
    📺 YouTube: Mind Your Matters with SassFactor Fitness
    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-FMgweNH3Y6_xKx5fbMw2Q

    📸 Instagram: @MindYourMatters_SFF
    https://www.instagram.com/mindyourmatters_sff/

    📘 Facebook: Cyn Sass
    https://www.facebook.com/cyn.sass

    🎧 Podcast: Redefining Fitness with SassFactor Fitness

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6ePrt5qBm5DtFfZ9A0J3kT

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/redefining-fitness-with-sassfactor-fitness/id1679075209

    Connect with Angelina Rivera

    🔗 Connect with Angelina Rivera
    🌐 Website: angelinarivera.com
    📅 Book a Free Discovery Call: angelinarivera.com/links
    📲 Instagram: @refineandshinepodcast | @the.angelina.rivera
    🎧 YouTube: Refine and Shine Podcast | Angelina Rivera
    💼 LinkedIn: Angelina Rivera | Refine and Shine Podcast
    📲 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@refineandshinepodcast
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    🛍️ Work With Me — Courses & Coaching: https://angelinarivera.com/coaching-services

    #RefineAndShinePodcast #MindYourMatters #SassFactorFitness #FunctionalNutrition
    #HolisticHealth #WomensHealth #ChronicIllnessSupport #NervousSystemHealing
    #FunctionalMedicine #HealthAdvocacy #WellnessJourney #WholeBodyHealth

    If this episode inspired you, please like, subscribe, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! ⭐
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  • From MS to Motherhood: The Fertility Breakthrough You Haven’t Heard
    Dec 10 2025

    In This Episode:

    Kirsten’s story of MS symptoms, physical decline, and turning to acupuncture

    How she entered remission and rebuilt her system from the ground up

    Why your menstrual cycle reveals underlying issues like inflammation, low progesterone, and adrenal burnout

    The surprising truth about clotting, cramping, spotting, and cycle length

    The Conceivable App: how it customizes food, supplements, sleep, energy, cycle support, and hormone insight

    How the app increased conception chances by up to 260%

    Signs stress may be silently impacting fertility

    Why women today need more rest, hobbies, and whitespace in their daily schedules

    Her message about turning hardship into purpose: “Things don’t happen to you—they happen for you.”

    🔗 Resources & Where to Follow Kirsten

    🌐 Website: https://conceivable.com
    📲 TikTok: @yourfertilityexpert
    📱 App: Search Conceivable or Kai by Conceivable on iOS

    Connect with Angelina Rivera
    🌐 Website: angelinarivera.com
    📅 Book a Free Discovery Call: angelinarivera.com/links
    📲 Instagram: @refineandshinepodcast | @the.angelina.rivera
    🎧 YouTube: Refine and Shine Podcast | Angelina Rivera
    💼 LinkedIn: Angelina Rivera | Refine and Shine Podcast

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@refineandshinepodcast
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  • The Red Light Revolution: Dr. Carl Rothschild on Healing, Fat Loss & Full-Body Wellness
    Dec 8 2025
    Meet Dr. Carl Rothschild• His journey from biology major → chiropractor → red light therapy pioneer• The early struggles of being in an “unaccepted” profession in the 70sHow Red Light Therapy Entered His Life• The orthopedic surgeon who changed everything• The surprising truth: red light doesn’t melt fat• How red light makes fat cells temporarily porous• Why the lymphatic system is the missing piece in fat loss programsThe Birth of the Trifecta Bed• Designed during COVID to minimize physical contact• How whole-body light therapy created unexpected medical breakthroughs• Life-changing testimonials:– Autoimmune disorders– Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease– Chronic pain– Inability to walk– Stroke recovery– Lyme disease– Heart failure patient avoiding weekly heart attacksWhy Whole-Body Treatment Works Better Than Panels & Wands• Full-coverage light versus spot treatments• The four “suns” extracted from natural light• Why heat is the enemy in red light therapy• The medical-grade difference: wavelength, power, and pulsingThe Mitochondria Connection• Understanding ATP and cellular energy• Why mitochondrial decline leads to disease• How red light stimulates cellular repair• Why healthy aging starts decades before you feel symptomsNeurological & Autoimmune Conditions• Parkinson’s• Dementia• Multiple sclerosis (halted progression)• Stroke recovery• Vision loss (LHON)• Autoimmune skin disordersFAQs Answered• Does insurance cover red light therapy?• How often should you use red light therapy at home?• Can it help scoliosis?• Why you should integrate red light with lifestyle changes• The role of vibration therapy and lymphatic supportPractical Health Wisdom• Why Americans underestimate the cost of being sick• Sugar, starchy carbs, alcohol, and inflammation• The importance of smart movement (not extreme fitness)• Angelina’s own journey after surgery & returning to daily movementClosing Insights• Dr. Carl’s “no more complaining until you’ve tried six sessions” challenge• How to find a Trifecta location near you• Why red light therapy may become a core part of modern wellness• One simple step to refine & shine: invest in your health consistently🔗 Connect With Dr. Carl Rothschild & Explore Trifecta Light Resources⭐ Flipbook: Trifecta Light Bed BenefitsDiscover the highlights of the bed’s benefits in this visual flipbook:👉 https://publuu.com/flip-book/51650/2091185⭐ Linktree (All Trifecta Resources in One Place)For general information, research, and product details:👉 https://linktr.ee/trifectalightofficial⭐ Find a Trifecta Light Bed Near YouUse the locator to find the closest center to you:👉 https://trifectalight.com/contact/⭐ Dr. Carl’s Book – Illuminated HealingLearn the deeper science behind red light therapy:👉 https://www.amazon.com/Illuminated-Healing-Unraveling-Mysteries-Therapy/dp/B0C9GG2ZYV⭐ Pro 450 Bed BrochureProduct details & features of the Trifecta Pro 450:👉 https://publuu.com/flip-book/51650/180774/page/1⭐ The Superior Benefits of the Trifecta Light Bed (PDF)Detailed overview and comparisons:👉 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1k_QtpeWrIVuGhB0zqwPeQpNLVPemshy2/view⭐ Testimonial Library & Educational VideosPatient results, provider interviews, and educational clips:👉 https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/18OEZ4g6pcvHe0GWVugiw6kA3mDfdVDR4C9uou2sFdBk/edit?gid=0#gid=0Connect with Angelina Rivera🔗 Connect with Angelina Rivera🌐 Website: angelinarivera.com📅 Book a Free Discovery Call: angelinarivera.com/links📲 Instagram: @refineandshinepodcast | @the.angelina.rivera🎧 YouTube: Refine and Shine Podcast | Angelina Rivera💼 LinkedIn: Angelina Rivera | Refine and Shine PodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@refineandshinepodcast🧘‍♀️ Sukha App – 7-Day Free Trial (no card required): TheSukha.co/?ref=angelina🛍️ Work With Me — Courses & Coaching: https://angelinarivera.com/coaching-services If this episode inspired you, please like, subscribe, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! ⭐Your feedback helps the Refine & Shine Podcast reach more amazing listeners like you.Don’t forget to share this episode with someone who needs a reminder that healing and transformation are possible at any age. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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  • Regulate to Rise: Healing Identity, Grief & Burnout with Executive Coach Sam Willing
    Dec 3 2025

    In today’s episode, Angelina welcomes Sam Willing, an executive coach, speaker, and strategic partner to corporate leaders with over 25 years in HR. Sam opens up about her lifelong struggle with perfectionism, people-pleasing, and tying her worth to work — and how her mother’s terminal cancer diagnosis forced her to reevaluate everything.

    🔥 In This Episode, We Cover:

    Sam’s early identity as “the easy child” and how people-pleasing shaped her adult life

    Why achievement and perfection became her coping mechanisms

    The moment she realized her identity was built on things she could lose

    Her mother’s heartbreaking diagnosis — and the hidden tragedy of self-neglect

    Full-body stress symptoms, burnout, and the wake-up call that changed everything

    The infamous “wrong text” she sent to her CEO that became a turning point

    How God used listening prayer to reveal her next step

    Nervous system regulation and why it’s the missing link in leadership

    The healing that came through grief, therapy, and slowing down

    Her new book: Regulate to Rise: The Hidden Key to Powerful Leadership and Personal Peace

    The Elevated Table — a new model of women’s leadership

    The Purposeful Pause Retreat for women of impact

    The beautiful story behind The Compassionate Collective and its imperfect heart movement

    💛 Sam’s One Thing to “Refine to Shine”

    Practice self-compassion — the foundation for healing, leadership, and how we love others.

    🔗 Connect with Sam Willing

    Website: https://www.samwilling.com/
    The Compassionate Collective: https://www.thecompassionatecollective.com/
    Instagram: @coachsamwilling
    Book — Regulate to Rise:
    https://a.co/d/8NFuYjw

    🔗 Connect with Angelina Rivera
    🌐 Website: angelinarivera.com
    📅 Book a Free Discovery Call: angelinarivera.com/links
    📲 Instagram: @refineandshinepodcast | @the.angelina.rivera
    🎧 YouTube: Refine and Shine Podcast | Angelina Rivera
    💼 LinkedIn: Angelina Rivera | Refine and Shine Podcast
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    #RegulateToRise #SamWilling #ExecutiveCoach #LeadershipJourney #WomenWhoLead #FaithBasedLeadership #NervousSystemRegulation #BurnoutRecovery #HealingJourney #IdentityWork #PerfectionismRecovery #GriefHealing #ChristianWomenInBusiness #RefineAndShinePodcast #AngelinaRivera #CompassionateLeadership #PeopleCenteredLeadership #EntrepreneurLife #WomenInHR #WomenInLeadership

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  • From Unworthy to Unstoppable: Rudi Riekstins’ Blueprint for Self-Mastery & Personal Transformation
    Nov 30 2025
    Guest:Rudi Riekstins — Leadership Expert, Top 20 Thought Leader, Mindfulness-Based Business Strategist, Co-Host of The Empowered Life Podcast🔍 What This Episode CoversIn this deeply inspiring conversation, Rudi Riekstins breaks down:✨ His early journeyGrowing up in South Africa in a loving but financially limited homeThe childhood experiences that shaped feelings of not being “enough”Why he thought becoming a millionaire would finally make him worthyThe realization at age 26 that money doesn’t heal inner wounds✨ Understanding the human brain + emotional patternsHow thoughts become chemicals that create emotionsWhy 95% of your thoughts are unconsciousHow old childhood beliefs keep showing up in adulthoodWhy most people repeat emotional patterns without realizing it✨ The most transformative question you can ask yourself:“Is it even true?”How this breaks subconscious patternsHow to replace old beliefs with evidence-based new truthsWhy this single question can change your identity and your life✨ Rudi’s life-changing morning priming techniqueHow to shift your emotional state in the first 20 minutes of your dayWhy you should avoid your phone immediately upon wakingThe exact 20-minute routine that alters your brain and rewires your emotional default settingsHow visualization elevates your frequency and inspires aligned action✨ A powerful tool to use TODAYBreathwork + visualization + emotional elevationHow to access the free Mood Elevator Meditation on his websiteWhy gratitude is one of the fastest ways to change your reality✨ The “millionaire by 25” storyThe declaration he made at age 12How he manifested it by 26The heartbreak in realizing success didn't fix his internal painThe turning point that led him toward deep inner work instead of external validation✨ A message for anyone strugglingWhy you must stop giving your power awayHow to step into your divine identityWhy you were created to create and impact the worldThe truth that transformation is not a one-time event—it’s daily refinement🔗 Connect with Rudi RiekstinsWebsite: rudiriekstins.comFree Mood Elevator MeditationEmpowered Life CommunityCourses, events & coaching programs 🔗 Connect with Angelina Rivera🌐 Website: angelinarivera.com📅 Book a Free Discovery Call: angelinarivera.com/links📲 Instagram: @refineandshinepodcast | @the.angelina.rivera🎧 YouTube: Refine and Shine Podcast | Angelina Rivera💼 LinkedIn: Angelina Rivera | Refine and Shine Podcast🧘‍♀️ Sukha App – 7-Day Free Trial (no card required): TheSukha.co/?ref=angelina🛍️ Work With Me — Courses & Coaching: https://angelinarivera.com/coaching-services#RefineAndShinePodcast #RudiRiekstins #MindsetMatters #RewriteYourStory #ChangeYourBeliefs #EmotionalHealing #Worthiness #LimitingBeliefs #MorningRoutine #PrimingTechnique #NeuroscienceOfSuccess #SubconsciousMind #PersonalDevelopmentJourney #HealingJourney #InnerWork #SelfAwareness #TransformYourLife #LeadershipCoaching #EmpoweredLife #AbundanceMindset If this episode inspired you, please like, subscribe, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! ⭐Your feedback helps the Refine & Shine Podcast reach more amazing listeners like you.Don’t forget to share this episode with someone who needs a reminder that healing and transformation are possible at any age. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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