In this episode, Michelle shares her inspiring story of resilience and transformation and how she reclaimed her life at a moment when she was ready to give up, only to be divinely guided in a direction that completely changed her trajectory.

She discusses the challenges of parenting, college planning, and embracing fun in midlife, while also reflecting on how being a child of a teenage pregnancy impacted her self-esteem and drive. 

Amidst deep despair and burnout, Michelle surrendered to intuition and divine guidance, leading to profound personal growth and authenticity. She became a disrupter in her life by walking away from a successful corporate career to pursue her soul's desires.

Tune in to be inspired by her incredible journey of surrender, growth, and rediscovery. 

We dive into: 

- The impact of being a child of a teenage pregnancy on self-esteem and drive
- Parenting & college planning with her son and rediscovering herself in midlife
- Her experience with burnout and depression as a high-achiever 
- Contemplating suicide and Michelle’s encounter with a compassionate bus driver
- Walking away from corporate at the height of her career & pursuing her soul’s desire
- Changing her circumstances, becoming a disrupter, and leaning into authenticity
- And more 

Michelle Rios is the transformational coach of choice for CEOs, entrepreneurs, leaders, and other high achievers seeking more than just traditional success.

Recognized for her ability to guide highly accomplished individuals through a profound self-discovery process, Michelle works with them to unlock their full potential and cultivate a greater sense of purpose, alignment, freedom, and joy in their personal and professional lives.

As a certified executive coaching professional, she also draws experience from her 25-year, award-winning career as a communication leader, agency executive, and trusted advisor to top leaders across the globe - a role that earned her the reputation of being "The CEO Whisperer."

Michelle is also the host of one of the fastest-growing, personal development podcasts - Live Your Extraordinary Life. She is also a sought-after speaker at the intersection of leadership and personal growth.

Michelle resides in Washington, DC with her husband, son, and their two Great Pyrenees. 

Connect with Michelle: 

Website: https://michelleriosofficial.com/ 

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FB: https://www.facebook.com/michelle.c.rios/?locale=es_LA

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-rios-692951a/?trk=public_post_feed-actor-nameYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZquNbVWnsYvSwvzniWv-3w

Connect with me and let’s go deeper: 

Website: https://www.pohongyu.com 

IG: https://www.instagram.com/pohong.yu/ 

FB: https://www.facebook.com/pohong.yu/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pohongyu/

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