Pivot 2 Positivity

From Navy Labs to LMNOP: Reframing Business with Lyn Niemeyer

Neena Spina interviews Lyn Niemeyer, COO of LMNOP Advisors, about her journey from the Navy and government labs to starting her own business. They discuss reframing organizations, knowledge management, fractional COO roles, leadership, diversity as an innovation spark, and overcoming imposter syndrome through faith.
Listeners will take away practical tips for simplifying daily priorities, aligning teams to strengths, planning business transitions, and balancing work and family during the "sandwich years."
Season 5:Where to Reach
Lyn Niemeyer
https://www.linkedin.com/company/lmnop-advisors
https://lmnopadvisors.com/
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Angie's Story: A blind date that lead to a growing family and a thriving business

Season 5 opens with part one of Angie’s story: a homeschooling mom of seven who turned faith, grit, and a network marketing opportunity into a six-figure business while balancing family life.
She shares how being a teen mom, lacking a college degree, and years of homeschooling shaped her choices, the beliefs she had to overcome, and the support—especially from her husband—that helped her grow as an entrepreneur, coach, and podcaster.
The conversation ends with a note about technical difficulties and a promise of part two; listeners are invited to reflect on questions for the next episode and to find coaching and connection details in the show notes.
Season 5:Where to Reach Angie Ambrosetti
The Angie Ambrosetti Show: Let Her Out to Play
https://www.facebook.com/angieanddavid
angie-lifecoach.com
https://www.instagram.com/angieambrosetti/

Rescuing Futures: How One Mission Stops FGM & Forced Marriage in Kenya

In this episode Neena Spina interviews Patrick Ngigi of Mission with a Vision about rescuing girls from FGM and forced marriage, building a rescue center and school, and using education, counseling, and community outreach to create lasting change.
They share personal stories from alumni like Cecilia, discuss vocational training and fundraisers, and highlight the program’s impact—over 3,500 girls helped—plus the vision for equal opportunity and a future free from FGM.
Where to find Patrick Ngigi? :
Website:  www.missionwithavision.org
Email: patrick@missionwithavision.org
A short news story that appeared in Kenya national television. 
Please share it with friends to create support for our program.
https://youtu.be/GGX-dtmKbJM?si=JlJRJEI4WkRtw-CL
Where do we find Coach Neena?
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Lioness Love: A Real Mother's Day About Healing and Boundaries

Neena Spina shares a short, honest Mother's Day message about growing up wounded and becoming a mother who chooses healing, boundaries, and fierce love. She discusses trauma, grief, self-compassion, and practical coaching tools for showing up differently for your children.
The episode offers encouragement, hope, and a reminder that Mother's Day can look whatever you need it to—plus ways to connect with Neena and access ongoing coaching resources.
Where to reach: 
Where do we find Coach Neena?
Episode Link: https://www.podbean.com/ep/pb-ie7zz-194ace7
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Who Do You Believe You Are? Rewriting Your “I Am” Statement

Guest host Sherry Grant explores how the stories we tell ourselves—the “I am” beliefs—shape our habits, choices, and relationships. She shows how labels like “busy” or “fragile” can limit life and explains a practical, trauma-informed approach to shifting identity.Learn why starting with “I am becoming” and taking one aligned next action builds confidence over time. The episode offers simple strategies to move from reactivity to intentional living and points to resources for continued support.

When Grief Looks Quiet: Finding Hope Beyond Tears

Neena from Pivot to Positivity shares personal stories and practical guidance on how grief can appear in many forms—not just tears—but also silence, irritability, avoidance, or withdrawal after any kind of loss.
She explains the five stages of grief, fight/flight/freeze responses, and offers simple tools to re-regulate (breathing, grounding, the 5-4-3-2-1 method, tactile activities, and gratitude journaling). She also recommends Stephen Ministries' Journeying Through Grief booklets and seeking professional support when needed.
The episode centers on showing up with presence instead of platitudes, communicating needs clearly, and holding hope and faith through the healing process.
Where do we find Coach Neena?
Episode Link: https://www.podbean.com/ep/pb-ie7zz-194ace7
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Calendly Link
https://calendly.com/cjspina617/pivot2positivityguestspeaker
 
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Call or text 988 for immediate emotional support (24/7, free, confidential).
Crisis Text Line Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor anytime.
 
Journeying Through Grief Books: 
https://www.stephenministries.org/griefresources/default.cfm/774?mnb=1
Free Support Groups & Connection-Based Healing
The Dinner Party Peer-led groups that connect people in similar life stages or types of loss.
New Hope Grief Support Community Offers peer-based support groups, camps, and family programs focused on connection and healing.
Wild Grief Provides free outdoor grief experiences for teens, families, and adults.
 

Facing Your Giants: How Discontent can Help You See Your Giant in A Whole New Light

In this episode, Neena explores how discontent—both painful and hopeful—can spark growth and creativity. Using biblical stories (David and Goliath, Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, Abednego) and personal examples (a son reclaiming his stolen bike, Neena’s health and faith journey), she shows how facing giants can lead to transformation.
Listeners will hear practical perspectives on using existing skills, embracing necessary change, and balancing medical and holistic solutions. Neena also offers support through prayer, coaching resources, and encouragement to move forward with courage and humility.
If you’re facing a challenge, this episode provides hope, real-life strategies, and an invitation to connect for prayer or coaching as you work through your giant.
Where to find Coach Neena: 
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The Power of Curiousity: Living Beyond Yourself with Rick Krug

In this episode Neena Spina interviews Rick Krug — coach, entrepreneur, former pastor, and author — about his journey through church planting, business success and failure, bankruptcy, and rebuilding a life focused on service. Rick shares practical coaching tools: ask curious questions, build a clear vision of your preferred future, work backward to the next right step, and shift from inward shame to outward service.
They also discuss restoring hurting churches, assuming noble intent, relationship practices that build intimacy, and daily habits that foster positivity and resilience. 
Where to Find Rick
Rick@rickkrug.com
FREE Download of the book “Tombstones to Cornerstones: hope and help for church in distress and decline": https://bit.ly/4c1Fjin
My Calendar schedule: https://calendly.com/rickkrug/zoom-call-with-rick-krug
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When Doubt Becomes the Doorway: Strengthening Faith Through Questions

Host Neena records live on March 20 to explore how doubt is not the end of faith but often its beginning. Using Scripture (James 1:5–6, Mark 9:24, John 20:27, Proverbs 3:5–6), she reframes doubt as a human experience that can lead to stronger, more courageous trust in God.
The episode blends biblical reflection with practical tools—breathing, self-hugs, and re-regulation techniques—plus a mention of an emotional freedom challenge and VIP resources to help listeners move forward with hope and confidence.
Not too late!! Join us: 
 https://DrPaulJenkins.com/NeenaEFC
Where find Neena: 
Where do we find Coach Neena?
Episode Link: https://www.podbean.com/ep/pb-ie7zz-194ace7
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