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Cult to CEO with Koleya Karringten

by Host Lisa Helton
June 29th, 2023
"I'm gonna live my life the way I wanna live my life because I only get one of these, at least if I remember it.  I get one. So why not choose to live it happy if you get one. Why not choose it to be a happy life? What, who are you living for, if not yourself?"  52:57
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Koleya Karringten shares her story in a very open and vulnerable way, she is a true beacon of resilience and personal growth. Her story and insights are throughout the entire episode from start to finish.  From surviving a challenging upbringing in a cult to emerging as a powerful advocate for change, Koleya's journey is nothing short of awe-inspiring. and extremely interesting
Discover how she defied the limitations imposed on her and found the strength to break free, ultimately becoming the person she was meant to be.
As one of the few black female CEOs in the clean technology sector, Koleya's rise to success is a testament to her unwavering determination and refusal to accept the status quo. Her story serves as an inspiration to all, demonstrating that with resilience and a relentless pursuit of one's dreams, any obstacle can be overcome.
Beyond her professional achievements, Koleya's role as a mother to two boys is a source of great pride and joy. She shares heartfelt reflections on the importance of balancing personal and professional life and offers invaluable advice on navigating life.
Prepare to be inspired and motivated as we uncover the transformative journey of Koleya Karringten. Her story will leave you with a renewed sense of purpose, reminding us all that no matter the circumstances, we have the power within us to rise above and become the person we are truly meant to be.

In her interview Koleya mentions a children's book:  THE LITTLE SOUL AND THE SUN

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"Be kinder to yourself? I think that we would never speak to another human being the way we would speak to ourselves 
Once you really understand that, you realize how powerful that is. Why can you not give yourself the compassion you give to another person? Would you talk to somebody else in that exact same situation, would you call them stupid? Would you call them unworthy? Would you call them? Would you call them any of the negative things that you say to yourself? No. You would have compassion. You would have kindness. So what I would say to them is talk to yourself like you're your own friend. Give yourself the compassion and kindness and understand that where you're at does not mean where you're going to stay."  19:30
Koleya Karringten 
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