“It’s not important to be who everyone else wants you to be, but you have to stand up for your truth.”
In this episode, Nick speaks with Dr. Nicole Bradford, who shares her journey of overcoming childhood trauma and finding her purpose in helping others. She discusses the importance of self-awareness, faith, and taking control of one’s own life. Dr. Bradford emphasizes the need to find the positive in every situation and to seek help when needed. She encourages individuals to stand in their truth, prioritize self-care, and give themselves grace. Dr. Bradford’s message is one of resilience, healing, and the power of personal growth.
About Dr. Nicole D. Bradford
With more than two decades of experience in multiple leadership roles across all levels of education, Dr. Nicole Bradford is recognized as an industry thought leader and subject matter expert.
As an author, entrepreneur, speaker, and founder of Maintain the Flame, Dr. Bradford leverages her experiences over the years to inspire, motivate, and challenge audiences to shift their thinking toward living their full authentic selves while making a positive impact on others. Her latest book due to be released in August, Your Soul Is Not For Sale, is a self-empowerment hand guide leading readers on a journey deeper into their unique truth.
Over the course of her career, Dr. Bradford is most proud of being able to work alongside youth to achieve their personal and academic goals. Through advocacy and relentless support, she has a tenured track record of helping countless students and families from disadvantaged communities to thrive in the face of adversity.
As a first-generation college graduate and the first black woman to hold the title of Ms. Austin USA in the 90s, Dr. Bradford doesn’t believe we should live out the limiting scripts handed to us by others. She’s an advocate for carving out a journey that is aligned with our innate passions, allowing what we love to lead the way.
https://www.instagram.com/maintaintheflame
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-nicole-d-bradford
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Check out these other episodes about resilience:
Episode #6 w/ Richard Mollica: Transforming Suffering Into Meaning
Episode #41 w/ Debra Driscoll: How To Transform Your Life After A Life-Changing Loss
Episode #79 w/ Dan MacQueen: There Is Nothing Like A Brain Hemorrhage To Refocus The Mind
Episode #84 w/ Nick McGowan: How Trauma Affects Our Mindset
Episode #106 w/ Terry Tucker: Cancer Doesn’t Define Your Life, You Do, Embrace The Suck
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