Fuel Your Purpose

Have you heard the hype surrounding the Enneagram test? Well, I’m here to tell you, it’s legit. This tool will help you navigate the angles of your own self development, help get you unstuck by helping you determine what qualities in yourself you need to work on and will give you results you need to empower you to be better. I’m telling you… this smacked me in the face. Spoiler alert – I’m a 3 and...

Do you have big goals, but are doubting your abilities? Are you ready to take on 2022, but second guessing your purpose or journey? Join me as I work through how I plan to tackle these obstacles this year. Discover how to un-learn the need to seek validation from others. For me, that means refocusing my why on God’s purpose for my life. Whether we share the same faith or not, I encourage you to li...

I thought identifying a word to focus on for the new year was stupid, but man, was I wrong. One simple word changed my life. It gave me focus, kept me accountable and ensured that I made the most out of 365 days. Discover my word for 2022 and learn three tips on how to identify your own. Connect with me (Amanda) on Instagram or Facebook @piecesofmebyamanda I would love to hear from you! I have som...

What have you done today to meet the goal you want to achieve? Are you the person you envision yourself to be? I had a deep conversation with fellow podcaster, Elizabeth, from Becoming Her. As a self-proclaimed rebel, she pushes the boundaries and boldly tells her story. This podcast will leave you inspired and challenged to take on tomorrow! Elizabeth is a single woman born and raised in New Orle...

Jenna and Katy Baker are helping their brother Derek, who has Down syndrome, achieve his dream of being famous. By sharing Derek’s hilarious antics, positivity and infectious joy for life with the world, the Bakers quickly went viral. But there is a lot more to their story, like the launch of a nonprofit to support those with disabilities and a message for siblings to those with disabilities. Don’...

Cathy Pickrell’s last conversation with her daughter, Roxie, who underwent brain surgery to remove a tumor, was about her legacy. Roxie never woke up from the procedure and Cathy’s last conversation with her daughter is something she will never forget. She is now on a mission, determined to honor Roxie’s legacy, and finding her own purpose along the way. Do not miss this conversation with one of t...

Amanda is trying something new! Listen in as she answers five quick questions she gets asked all the time. Learn about Amanda’s morning routine, current favorite accessory, what she’s reading, her go-to parenting tip, and how she prioritizes her health. Connect with me (Amanda) on Instagram or Facebook @piecesofmebyamanda I would love to hear from you! I have some exciting things going on in my li...

With all this guest has going on, I joked that she must be Superwoman. Wife, mom, disabilities advocate, entrepreneur and so much more, Christiana Gondreau and I have an intimate conversation about her son, Dominic, who has quadriplegic cerebral palsy. If you are a parent to a child with a disability, please don’t miss this podcast. From education and health to neurotypical siblings and just pushi...

If I’m being honest, I didn’t like recording this podcast. I have buried these emotions. But that isn’t me. I want to connect with women who have experienced or are experiencing infertility and share my journey. I needed to hear these things and know I wasn’t alone when I was in the middle of my infertility journey. I hope I can provide that for you. I talk about how I wanted to give up, the deep,...

How the world views individuals with disabilities has drastically changed in the last 50 years. We have evolved from the idea that institutionalization is the only answer. Learn about this evolution from Carolyn Wheeler, a leader and trailblazer in the advocacy of those with disabilities. In this episode she not only shares her personal experiences from the last 30 years of her career, but also im...

Raised by a single mom. Divorced. Grieving the loss of her mom. Raising five children. Listening to God. Starting a nonprofit. Living her life’s purpose. You can’t miss this honest, emotional conversation with Amanda’s longtime friend and inspiration, Angel Welsh. Grab the tissues and buckle up for a conversation that will change you forever. Connect with me (Amanda) on Instagram or Facebook @piec...

Parents of children with a disability have a role greater than mom or dad. From the minute they learn a diagnosis, they take on a new title: advocate . Amanda DeLuca has specialized in helping other parents advocate for their children, specifically through the IEP process. In this episode, Amanda shares some of her expert advice with Fuel Your Purpose listeners. Parents who have a child with a dis...

“Life is happening for you, not to you." That’s the mantra of my latest guest, Meredith Coviello Felice, a podcast host and a wellness and life coach. Don’t miss my chat with her where we talk about authentically living for yourself and not checking the societal boxes. Learn how to build the life that you want, while moving past the pain, anxiety, and stress life throws at you. Meredith Coviello F...

I am in a constant state of guilt. I always feel like I am failing in one of my roles, whether that's being a mom, boss, sister, daughter, caretaker. Facing the emotion of guilt is something I have been focusing on a lot lately. I want to share the five things I have found to help me work through what seems like a never ending cycle of guilt. Connect with me (Amanda) on Instagram or Facebook @piec...

Being the sibling to someone with a disability is a unique and often lonely place to be. Prakash, a documentary filmmaker, has made it his mission to bring global awareness to the role of being a caregiver and the impact it can have on mental health. Don’t miss this powerful discussion between two siblings to individuals with a disability and how that relationship set the trajectories of our lives...

Nicollette Vizuet took the influencer leap of faith and left her full-time job, putting all of her efforts into her blog and social media presence. It hasn’t been easy, but learn how she found her purpose, a necessary work-life balance and set boundaries. Don’t miss the great advice from this fashion-forward momma! Nicollette has taken to her blog and social media outlets for more than five years...

When I launched a nonprofit nine years ago, I’ll be honest, I had no idea what I was doing. But I somehow figured it out -- with a lot of failing forward -- and I want to share with you the five pillars to success when it comes to starting a business or nonprofit. Discover the things I wish I knew nine years ago and set yourself up for success from the beginning! I have some exciting things going...

Are you a mom looking for work-life balance? Trying to master time management skills to meet the demands of your career and home life? I recently learned a new technique that I think can change everything. Join me as we talk about managing energy instead of time and why this strategy could change your life! Check out the podcast by Jon Acuff that had me throwing my clean underwear into the air…lol...

Stop chasing your dreams. Yeah, you read that right. Learn why I think this phrase holds us all back in this can’t-miss episode and discover the phrase you need to be saying to yourself instead. Join me as we set the tone for moving forward with purpose! I have some exciting things going on in my life and I would be lying if I told you I didn’t want you to be engaged with it all!  Check out m...

Self-care has emerged as this trendy buzzword, encouraging -- let’s be honest -- mostly women  don’t take time for themselves after pouring so much into their job and family. Bubble baths, diving into a good book, exercise -- all of these are great examples of self-care. But I had a game-changing realization that self-care is so much more than the activities you do to escape your stress. Self...

What story are you telling yourself? We often are in our own way on this journey of wanting MORE- because we are telling ourselves we are not good enough- someone else would be better for the job- we are too old- too young…insert whatever you tell yourself. The funny thing is your story can’t be anyone else’s. What about the story (aka legacy) you're leaving? Is what your doing and how you are tre...

My brother turned 40 and we celebrated the occasion just how he wanted --- with a limo and Hooters. (If you know Nick, you know.) But for me, the little sister, this birthday meant more than cake and balloons. Doctors said Nick, who has a chromosomal disability, wouldn’t walk or talk, would need to be institutionalized, and ultimately wouldn't survive his diagnosis. Join me as we talk about unwave...

Whether you are a busy mom, struggling to find work-life balance or a boss babe tired of the daily grind and hustle -- I know exactly what you need. Two words. Girls. Trip. This year marks my fourth girls trip, but it took me a while to shut out the feelings of guilt and worry and accept that this mini-vacay was a necessity for my own mental health and self-care. Join me as we talk about the impor...

Change is good. It’s messy and challenging, but change means progress. After reaching 4,000 listens, I am embracing big changes with my podcast and invite you to join me as I continue my journey -- just on a newly aligned path! Discover my new podcast name, a complete rebranding and a more focused direction with my content. You’re going to love it! Let’s connect on social media and shoot me a DM a...

Are you searching for a mode to fall into?  Are you stuck in the everyday life of auto-pilot?  OR  Do you have a vision of more but searching for the map of how to get it?  Are you looking for the cookie-cutter lifestyle or career you're supposed to fall into? If you answered YES to all of this- then stop what you're doing and listen to this episode.  I promise you will th...