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Second Chances with Christy Belz

Second Chances with Christy Belz

By: Christy Belz
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Second Chances with Christy Belz is a showcase of women’s stories of second chances, life-changing choices and perspectives to support our listeners and their journey. Enjoy our vast array of guests who stand for the empowerment of women. We are an upbeat and casual format, interacting with our listeners and guests. NEW You is a safe place for exploration and possibilities.

Learn more about Christy Belz:

Website: https://christybelz.com

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

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christybelzcoach/

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Join Christy Belz for a 8-week UPROOT course, designed to help you powerfully partake in your life, finding greater purpose and fulfillment in relationships, work and leadership.

Course: https://christybelz.com/uproot/


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Episodes
  • Healthy Hearts, New Beginnings and Unveiling AFib with Maureen McDonald

    Healthy Hearts, New Beginnings and Unveiling AFib with Maureen McDonald
    Sep 4 2025
    Join host Christy Belz as she welcomes Maureen McDonald, a seasoned professional with over 30 years of experience in non-profit organizations, primarily focusing on education, healthcare, and the arts. Maureen emphasizes the importance of community health and her role with HCA Healthcare’s initiative with the American Heart Association. She shares valuable healthcare insights with a focus on reducing the risk of stroke and "AFib" through education and community programs particularly in minority communities. Both Christy and Maureen share personal stories of battling AFib, highlighting the importance of early detection and prevention. Also, they explore themes of self-care, personal epiphanies in their 50s, and the strength found in letting go and embracing new beginnings.Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, YouTube or wherever you get podcasts!Key TakeawaysMaureen McDonald's extensive experience in nonprofit organizations has significantly contributed to her role in Corporate Social Responsibility at HCA Healthcare, where she is spearheading heart health initiatives.Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) and stroke prevention are pivotal topics in this episode, with discussions around early detection and lifestyle changes that can mitigate risks.Christy Belz shares her personal journey with AFib, illustrating the real-life impact and management of this heart condition.Reflections on significant life moments, including shifting family dynamics and personal epiphanies experienced during milestone birthdays.Letting go and grabbing hold—embracing both the past and future—are central themes, underscoring the power of self-realization and personal growth.Resources:HCA Healthcare WebsiteAmerican Heart Association WebsiteConnect with Christy Belz:Website: https://christybelz.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christybelz/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christybelzcoach/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChristyBelzCoach/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    37 mins
  • Unlocking Your Inner Wealth and Embracing Vulnerability for Powerful Change with Helene Lerner

    Unlocking Your Inner Wealth and Embracing Vulnerability for Powerful Change with Helene Lerner
    Aug 20 2025
    On this episode of Second Chances with Christy Belz talks with Helene Lerner, an Emmy award-winning executive producer, bestselling author, TV host and a trailblazer in women's empowerment. Helene shares moments in her career journey, emphasizing mindset shifts and the importance of authenticity. Her latest work, "Smart Women Live Richly no Matter what's in Their Wallet," offers strategies for cultivating a mindset geared toward prosperity and is set to release this October. This conversation covers various themes, including the power of vulnerability, the significance of discipline, and the necessity for women to embrace both giving and receiving. Helene emphasizes the importance of authenticity, noting how vulnerability can connect to people's hearts and facilitate true change.Key Takeaways:Vulnerability Connects: Helene Lerner asserts that true change happens when we allow ourselves to be vulnerable, connecting with others at an emotional level.Mindset of Prosperity: The crux of Helene's new book revolves around developing a prosperity mindset that stretches beyond monetary wealth.Discipline as a Friend: Practicing daily routines and sticking to them is vital for personal growth, as highlighted by Helene’s disciplined morning practices.Giving and Receiving: The conversation addresses the need for women to balance their natural inclination to give with the to graciously receive.Call to Action: Helene urges listeners to leverage their unique strengths to make a difference in the world, emphasizing unity and collaboration.Pre-Order Helene's new book, Smart Women Live Richly no Matter what's in Their Wallet, on Amazon (Available In October) Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, YouTube or wherever you get podcasts!Connect with Christy Belz:Website: https://christybelz.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christybelz/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christybelzcoach/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChristyBelzCoach/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    39 mins
  • From Breakdown to Breakthrough: Embracing the Power of Audacious Love with Simone Ross

    From Breakdown to Breakthrough: Embracing the Power of Audacious Love with Simone Ross
    Aug 7 2025
    On this episode host Christy Belz welcomes Simone Ross, a dynamic leader and CEO of the Colorado Women's Chamber of Commerce. Simone embarked on a transformative journey from navigating panic attacks and a challenging marriage to embracing her power through self-discovery and second chances to pursue a mission of audacious love and empowerment.She shares her personal and professional evolution, reflecting on her experiences with microaggressions and systemic obstacles as a woman of color in corporate leadership positions. Alongside her executive role, Simone is an entrepreneur, having co-founded three businesses focused on breaking barriers for women and people of color in the corporate sector. Simone's story is one of resilience, self-discovery, and the power of second chances.Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, YouTube or wherever you get podcasts! key takeawaysUnderstanding DEI as essential to innovation and economic growth, rather than just a compliance issue.The transformation that occurs when you realize your power to shape your future through personal choice and accountability.Simone Ross's journey from experiencing systemic violence in corporate America to becoming a beacon of change through her leadership roles and consultancy.The importance of embracing challenges and using them as catalysts for personal and professional reinvention.Insight into how women, especially women of color, can navigate and dismantle barriers within traditional business systems.Connect with Christy Belz:Website: https://christybelz.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christybelz/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christybelzcoach/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChristyBelzCoach/Join Christy Belz for a 8-week UPROOT course, designed to help you powerfully partake in your life, finding greater purpose and fulfillment in relationships, work and leadership.Course: https://christybelz.com/uproot/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    39 mins
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