Entrepreneurial leadership gets heavy when you’ve always been the one carrying everybody. Adaku Mbagwu breaks down the Fixer Identity, overgiving, and how to build sustainable business success after life after disruption.

L. Michael Burt sits down with Adaku Mbagwu, founder of Healed Hero, to talk about firstborn daughter patterns and why so many high achievers feel responsible for everyone’s emotional world. Adaku breaks down how triggers reveal the story running your mind, why success can still feel hollow, and how meditation, self-awareness, and community support help you rebuild from peace instead of pressure.

If you’ve ever felt like you have to earn love, earn success, or earn rest, this conversation will give you language and a practical way forward.

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Takeaways

Adaku Mbagwu emphasizes the power of self-awareness in personal growth.

Firstborn daughters often feel a sense of responsibility that can lead to over-giving.

Ambition and peace can coexist; it's about finding balance.

Life's challenges are opportunities for growth and self-discovery.

Community support is crucial for firstborn daughters to thrive.

Meditation and self-reflection can lead to profound insights.

Triggers often reveal deeper issues that need to be addressed.

The Healed Hero community aims to empower women to fill their cups before giving to others.

Personal experiences shape our ability to coach and support others.

Emotions are gifts that guide us towards alignment with our true selves.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Adaku Mbagwu

01:11 Life in Tulum and Transition to Dubai

03:12 The Journey to Coaching High Performers

09:34 Understanding Firstborn Daughters

12:04 Ambition and Peace: A Balancing Act

18:37 Adaku's Early Life and Family Dynamics

25:21 The Burden of Responsibility

30:41 Triggers and Personal Growth

33:08 Understanding the Mind's Filters

36:27 Shifting Perspectives on Success

39:51 The Power of Intentional Choices

42:41 Navigating Family Dynamics and Grief

46:48 Transformative Experiences and Personal Growth

52:30 Building the Healed Hero Community

56:10 Setting Boundaries for Firstborn Daughters

01:01:27 Embracing Challenges as Growth Opportunities

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Discover why you'll spend 20 years of your life dreaming and how to unlock this untapped roadmap to your purpose with Caleb Matthews, international speaker and dream interpretation expert.

Learn the DNA of design framework spirit, soul, and body as the triune being, and how "C-Links" (moments you miss daily) reveal your true calling. Explore the IYR principle for early years of entrepreneurship renovation. Caleb reveals the three sources of dreams, how to train your subconscious with declarations before sleep, and practical dream journaling techniques.

Perfect for entrepreneurs burning out from hustle culture, spiritual seekers wanting practical tools, leaders searching for their inner engine and purpose, and anyone ready to stop glossing over the C-Links that connect their daily life to their DNA of design and live full of days, not empty of days.

Chapters

0:00 - Introduction: Nobody Can Clone You at the Cellular Level

4:30 - Reflective Question: What Has Life Been Teaching You Lately?

10:15 - What Are C-Links? DNA of Design Explained

17:07 - IYR Principle: Early Years of Entrepreneurship & Renovation

26:00 - Why Don't People Remember Their Dreams?

31:15 - Eastern vs Western Culture: Dreams as Valuable as Brushing Teeth

40:20 - Declare Before Sleep: Training Your Subconscious

45:30 - Harriet Tubman: The Moses Who Used Dreams as Roadmap

51:00 - Joseph & Daniel: Interpreting Dreams for Kings

58:00 - Inner World More Real Than Outer World?

1:06:00 - Great Pyramids of Giza: Night Season Blueprints

1:09:31 - Peace is the Potting Soil of Revelation

Connect w/ Caleb Matthews

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What do you do when life breaks everything open? In this powerful episode of The ThriveWell Journey Podcast, we explore entrepreneurial leadership and sustainable business success through the inspiring story of Keisha Queeley, founder of Stocked Up Future. Keisha shares her journey through unimaginable disruption, from losing her husband to navigating financial uncertainty, raising six children, and stepping into alignment with her true purpose.

This conversation goes beyond money; it’s about identity, resilience, community, and building a future with intention after life’s biggest upheavals. Keisha's story is a compelling example of leadership and thriving in the face of adversity, illustrating key lessons on rebuilding a meaningful life and business.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, misaligned, or uncertain about what comes next, this episode will meet you right where you are and show you how the ThriveWell journey can guide you to sustainable success and personal growth after disruption.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Gratitude

02:56 Navigating Life's Seasons

06:03 Facing Adversity: A Personal Journey

12:01 Finding Alignment and Community Support

18:03 Scripting a New Reality

23:56 Building a Business with Family

29:55 The Power of Stillness and Reflection

32:54 Finding Clarity in Chaos

34:58 The Power of Experience and Growth

37:00 Separating Identity from Experience

39:59 The Journey to Coaching and Contribution

44:00 Building Financial Literacy for Future Generations

49:04 Overcoming Financial Setbacks

51:06 Creating a Supportive Learning Environment

54:50 Facing Fears and Embracing Change

59:51 Leaving a Legacy of Resilience and Growth

In this episode, we explore:

What alignment looks like after life disruption

How Keisha rebuilt her life through community and clarity

Financial empowerment through stock market education

The difference between what happened and the story we carry

Teaching the next generation wealth, resilience, and confidence

Why fear is often a signal of growth

Keisha also breaks down how her program Stocked Up Future helps everyday people learn technical analysis and build financial confidence one step at a time.

Connect with Keisha Queeley

Website: https://stockedupfuture.com

Email: stockedupfuture@gmail.com

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