In this heartfelt episode of the Refine & Shine Podcast, host Angelina Rivera reconnects with longtime friend Cole Watson to share a powerful story of resilience and faith. Diagnosed with osteosarcoma (bone cancer) as a teenager, Cole faced life-changing challenges that tested his strength and spirit. Against all odds, he fulfilled his dream of walking across the graduation stage, proving that determination can overcome even the toughest battles.

Today, Cole shines as a father, professional, and entrepreneur—using lessons from his journey to inspire others. He opens up about his father’s tragic passing, the life-saving impact of life insurance, his passion for Toastmasters leadership, and the mindset practices—like martial arts philosophy, intermittent fasting, and cold therapy—that help him thrive.

This episode is an invitation to embrace resilience, lean into faith, and find purpose in life’s hardest moments.

✨ Whether you’re facing personal struggles, seeking motivation to push through, or curious about how faith and discipline create lasting resilience, Cole’s story will encourage you to keep going—no matter what life throws your way.

🔗 Resources & Links

• Connect with Cole
• Www.strongmaninsurance.com

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In this inspiring episode of the Refine & Shine Podcast, host Angelina Rivera sits down with Jennifer Connery, a holistic life coach for highly sensitive professional women living on the Big Island of Hawaii.

Jennifer shares her journey of overcoming addiction, illness, abuse, single parenthood, and poverty to create a thriving life and business. Listeners will hear how she turned pain into purpose and now helps women regulate stress, build confidence, and reclaim peace through practical tools and healing practices.

Key themes explored in this episode:

• 🌱 Healing from trauma and chronic fatigue through emotional awareness.
• 🧘 The connection between mind, body, and spirit in creating resilience.
• 💡 Learning to set boundaries without guilt or shame.
• 🙌 Why highly sensitive women often struggle with saying no—and how to change that.
• 🔑 Jennifer’s three-tiered approach: body, mind, and action for lasting transformation.
• ✨ The power of decision-making, intentional living, and hiring a coach.

Jennifer also shares about her one-on-one and group coaching programs, meditation services, and her free ebook: “How to Create Boundaries Without Feeling Guilty.”

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, stuck, or afraid to speak your truth, this episode will encourage you to step into your power, honor your sensitivity, and embrace emotional freedom.

🔗 Resources & Links

• Connect with Jennifer:
• Www.coachingtofreedom.com
• Free e-book how to create boundaries without feeling guilty http://pages.coachingtofreedom.com/master-boundaries-e-book

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• Website: www.angelinarivera.com
• Facebook: Angelina Rivera
• Instagram: @refineandshinepodcast | @the.angelina.rivera
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In this transformative episode of the Refine and Shine Podcast, host Angelina Rivera welcomes Dr. Jessica Hoogendoorn—a certified naturopathic doctor, nutritional consultant, herbalist, GAPS practitioner, and founder of Eat to Live, a luxury wellness brand committed to healing-focused skincare and nutrition.

Jessica shares her extraordinary journey of faith, resilience, and innovation—from her daughter’s leukemia diagnosis and traumatic burn accident, to discovering natural remedies that revolutionized healing in hospital burn units. Through these trials, she developed a passion for blending ancestral wisdom with modern functional nutrition, creating products pure enough to eat and powerful enough to heal.

Listeners will discover:

• 🌱 The connection between gut health, food choices, and disease prevention
• 🧴 Why what you put on your skin can be more impactful than what you eat
• 🔥 How natural remedies helped her daughter avoid extensive skin grafts
• 💡 The inspiration behind her Eat to Live skincare and wellness line, including her groundbreaking women’s health products
• ✨ How to identify whether what’s on your plate is feeding disease or fueling life

Jessica’s story is a testament to the body’s God-designed ability to heal and the power of choosing purity, prevention, and intentional living. This conversation will leave you inspired to protect your health, refine your choices, and shine from the inside out.

🔗 Resources & Links

• Connect with Jessica: www.eat2live.life
• Insta: eat2liveco_

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In this powerful episode of the Refine and Shine Podcast, host Angelina Rivera sits down with her friend and colleague Melissa Burant, a seasoned leader with over 25 years of experience spanning the Department of Defense and Iowa’s manufacturing sector. Melissa brings not only her professional insight but also her deeply personal journey of overcoming burnout, redefining success, and rediscovering her creativity through photography.

Melissa shares what it was like to climb the corporate ladder as an achiever, only to realize she was sacrificing too much—especially time with her family. She opens up about shifting from a 40-hour high-stress role to carving out space for herself, setting boundaries, and embracing a slower, more intentional pace of life. Together, Angelina and Melissa discuss:

• The cost of living as a high achiever and learning to say “no” without apology
• How Melissa’s pivot into photography helped her reconnect with her creativity and true self
• The importance of honoring boundaries, balance, and being present
• Why it’s okay to go through seasons without big goals—sometimes just being is enough
• How joy can be found in the simplest of things, from reading a novel to watering plants

This episode is a heartfelt reminder that burnout isn’t the end—it can be the turning point toward living more authentically, reclaiming peace, and redefining what success looks like.

🔗 Resources & Links

• Connect with Melissa on Linkedin Melissa Burant
• Check our her photography: https://www.melissaburantphotography.com/

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• Website: www.angelinarivera.com
• Facebook: Angelina Rivera
• Instagram: @refineandshinepodcast | @the.angelina.rivera
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In this powerful episode of the Refine & Shine Podcast, host Angelina Rivera sits down with Juan Catalan—speaker, author, entrepreneur, and survivor of one of life’s darkest storms.

Juan was falsely accused of a murder he didn’t commit and spent months in jail facing the death penalty. Against unimaginable odds, it was a Los Angeles Dodgers game and rare stadium footage that ultimately proved his innocence.

But Juan’s story doesn’t end there—it’s about what he chose to do after freedom. Instead of letting bitterness or fear define him, Juan rebuilt his life, returned to school, earned his GED, and most recently graduated with his bachelor’s degree in business management—on the same day as his daughter.

💡 In this conversation, Juan opens up about:

• What it was like to face a wrongful accusation and the fear of death row
• How faith, family, and perseverance helped him survive the storm
• Why he refuses to embrace a victim mentality and instead chooses gratitude
• His upcoming book Played—a memoir of resilience, purpose, and redemption
• The importance of not letting your past define you, but instead letting it refine you so you can shine

🎬 You may also know Juan from the Netflix documentary Long Shot, which captured his incredible journey to freedom.

This episode is a testament to hope, faith, and the power of the human spirit. Whether you’re facing setbacks, self-doubt, or simply looking for inspiration, Juan’s story will remind you that the storms of life can refine you—and your shine can impact the world.

👉 Don’t miss Juan’s upcoming book, Played, launching September 16th. Pre-order your copy and experience the full story of perseverance and redemption.

🔗 Resources & Links

• Watch Juan’s story on Netflix: Long Shot
• Follow Juan Catalan on IG: @onlyjuanwaytothetop31
• Pre-order Juan’s book Played: A Murder Case A Hollywood Miracle & Dodgers Baseball (release date: Sept 16) Order Here (Barnes) or (Amazon)

Host Contact Information:

• Website: www.angelinarivera.com
• Facebook: Angelina Rivera
• Instagram: @refineandshinepodcast | @the.angelina.rivera
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In this episode of the Refine & Shine Podcast, host Angelina Rivera welcomes Stacey Vanthuyne—executive coach, speaker, performance consultant, and founder of Raise Your Results and Xposed Living.

Stacey shares her powerful journey of leaving a secure 20+ year corporate career in people leadership and change management to step fully into her calling as a consultant and coach. She reflects on how her encounter with legendary teacher Bob Proctor gave her the clarity and courage to make the leap, and how investing deeply in her own growth shifted everything.

Together, they dive into:

• Corporate to Coaching Transition: Why Stacey left behind security, pensions, and titles for a path of greater impact.
• Mindset over Strategy: How companies often miss the human side of change—and why mindset is the missing link.
• Midlife Reinvention: Redefining leadership, success, and freedom for Gen X & Y leaders who are ready to break outdated rules.
• Courage & Clarity: The moment Stacey realized that creating the life she wanted came down to a single decision.
• Practical Tools: The unfiltered truth and powerful practices Stacey uses to help high achievers create more wealth, freedom, and impact.

Stacey also opens up about her personal experiences as a corporate leader, single mom, and entrepreneur—reminding listeners that you are the limit, and you are the solution.

Connect with Stacey Vanthuyne

• Website: www.Raiseyourresults.ca
• Instagram: @staceyvanthuyne | LinkedIn: @staceyvanthuyne
• Facebook Community: Xposed Living
• Podcast: Spotify: Xposed Living YouTube: Xposed Living IG @xposed_living

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• Website: www.angelinarivera.com
• Facebook: Angelina Rivera
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