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THE WOMEN BEFORE ME is an International multi generational, and multi-cultural project and upcoming podcast dedicated to honoring the WOMEN who shaped who we became. Mothers. Grandmothers. Aunts. Teachers. Coaches. Mentors and more.

Women whose influence continue for generations. This is an invitation to give tribute to a woman in your life and to remind us all that "Our legacy is every life we touch" as Maya Angelou once said.

Officially launching on International Women’s Day, the podcast features interviews with recognized leaders, compelling stories, and real-time voicemail tributes submitted by people across the globe. Together, these conversations reveal a shared truth: none of us stand alone. We are all part of a bigger legacy story.

Consider this as your invitation to participate:

Leave a brief voicemail tribute below honoring the woman who positively impacted your story, for an opportunity to be featured on THE WOMEN BEFORE ME podcast.

When you record, please share:

Your name and where you are recording from

Who is the woman who came before you, and how did she shape your life?

What lessons did she pass down?

How does her influence shape the way you live today?

Together, let’s create a ripple effect that honors the women before us, reminding us that generations matter, influence matters, and the choices we make echo far beyond ourselves.

We can’t wait to listen to your voicemails and hear the story of the woman who left a lasting imprint on your life.

Go to Svetkapopov.com and leave us a voice-memo of a woman who made a positive impact on your life.

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What if the biggest threat to your future isn’t fear…isn’t failure…but distraction?

And what if the reason you feel stuck isn’t laziness but unresolved wounds quietly shaping your identity?

Today we sit down with licensed therapist and author Trey Tucker to talk about purpose, trauma, masculinity, and the lie of “not good enough.” This isn’t self-help fluff. It’s practical tools for building real strength, and solid identity.

Trey Tucker touches on a few important points.

• Why chasing happiness makes it harder to find, and what to pursue instead
• How distraction rewires your brain and weakens your sense of purpose
• The difference between toughness and true strength
• How EMDR therapy “files” traumatic memories so they stop hijacking your present
• Why “I’m not good enough” is often born from small misinterpreted moments
• A practical way to test the stories you tell yourself
• How to build identity through daily evidence instead of feelings
• The distinct role fathers and mothers play in shaping resilience

If you’ve been busy but not fulfilled… productive but not peaceful… this conversation is for you.

Connect with Trey Tucker:

www.ruggedcounseling.com

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What does it actually take to break generational cycles and build a meaningful life you’re proud of?

In this episode, I sit down with Leigh Grames, a photographer, mother, and creative who has defied the odds by building a successful business, cultivating a strong family life, and walking through the courageous journey of adoption.

Leigh shares her story with honesty and depth, offering insight into what it means to choose resilience, redefine legacy, and live intentionally both personally and professionally.

A conversation about non-linear healing, courage, and how people can be both the source of our pain and the path to seeing ourselves differently. We all need at least one person to believe in us.

In this episode you will walk away with:

• A real-life example of how generational patterns can be broken
• Honest reflections on motherhood, adoption, and choosing purpose over fear
• Practical wisdom on resilience, self-trust, and rewriting your personal narrative
• Inspiration to live intentionally and define success on your terms

This episode is for anyone who has ever wondered:
“Can I create a different story than the one I was handed?”

If this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend.

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