The SHERO Effect

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month , I’m joined by the incredible Candice Thompson —Psychotherapist, Speaker, Mental Health Consultant, and Adjunct Lecturer—for a raw and empowering conversation around mental health, healing, and the invisible battles so many of us face. For more information and Candice, visit https://candicecandelaria.com/ to be sure to connect with her on Linkedin, at htt...

Episode Summary: Jennifer Perri welcomes Dr. Deborah Wilder, a seasoned psychologist, divorce mediator, and relationship specialist with over 35 years of experience. Together, they delve into the complexities of emotional abuse, particularly in the context of divorce. Dr. Wilder shares her personal journey and professional insights, discussing the signs of emotional abuse, the impact of gaslightin...

Episode Summary: In this empowering episode of The Shero Effect Podcast, Jennifer Perri guides listeners through the transformative process of becoming the SHE-EO of their lives. She shares personal stories and actionable insights to help you own your narrative, set clear intentions, and cultivate a success mindset, all while leading with authenticity.  Get to know Jennifer’s personal journey...

Episode Summary: In this sparkling episode of The Shero Effect Podcast, Jennifer Perri is joined by the vibrant and inspiring Miranda VonFricken. The two discuss their powerful journey from personal tragedy to personal empowerment, all while celebrating life with a lot of laughter and even some confetti. Miranda shares her story of founding "Own Your Awesome," a global movement, podcast, and bests...

Motivation is what gets us moving and keeps us going, pushing us to chase our goals. It’s the drive and determination that help us power through challenges, whether it’s something personal like weight loss or a big dream like starting a business. The key to success is finding the right balance between internal and external motivation and then creating action with persistence and intensity.  I...

I recently came onto to talk about a topic that's really important to me and today we're back with “Curvy and Crushing It,” part two! Fabulous guest and growth advisor Kara Renniger is back to dive a little deeper. We’re thrilled because this topic clearly resonates—my recent TikTok hit 1 million views, showing just how much this conversation is needed. It's not often talked about, but there's a n...

Whether you’re initiating divorce or you’re being served, it's an emotional process, but it is possible to get through this process empowered. ​​Donna Cates, CDFA, is a financial advisor powerhouse with 24 years of experience, now also a best-selling author of "Divorce Decoded." Recognizing that divorcing women often get the short end of the stick, Cates has crafted a comprehensive guide to addres...

We’ve all been there overwhelmed, over-committed, and exhausted! Between work, parental, and friend and family obligations, it’s easy to get caught up in the river of yes! But did you know the easiest way to relieve yourself of this schedule overwhelm is to embrace the no manifesto? That’s right, the best gift you can give yourself is simply saying no.  Creating a “no manifesto” involves thre...

Being a curvy business owner in a Barbie world is no easy feat. Shattering the mold for curvy queens and boss babes, I believe that success comes in all sizes. There are numerous challenges when you don't fit society's narrow mold, as the world often glorifies a single standard of beauty. Unique obstacles arise from societal expectations to internal struggles, which I understand deeply as a plus-s...

While listening to another podcast, I heard a thought-provoking question: "What would you do if you knew you couldn't fail?" This question opens a window into our deepest affirmations and provides a chance to reframe our approach to life's opportunities. By examining these "little prisms" of possibility, we realize that we are often our own limit, held back by fear and self-doubt. Identifying our...

It may not be your birthday but you so deserve to give yourself this gift. We’re talking about forgiveness. Sometimes it may feel like forgiveness is for others, but you are serving yourself greatly by being open to forgiving those who have wronged or betrayed you. Anger, revenge, and hostility are wastes of energy for people who are likely not devoting any energy to you. There are immense benefit...

What if I’m doing things wrong? What if my kids don’t turn out right? What if they grow to resent me? The list goes on and on and on. Did you feel these things? Raise your hand...my hand’s up too! The toughest job that ever existed…mom. We wear so many hats and master so many roles, and yet we are still humans. We want our children to be good people, contributing members of society, and, above all...

What will matter most to you at the end of your life? For me, it's being a wonderful wife, mother, and daughter, and that I really, truly helped the people I could. It’s easy to be distracted by the roles, hats, and shiny objects we encounter in life, but you don’t have to lose your identity. Consider these questions as you work toward finding your focus for a fulfilled life; Where do you want to...

Meet my dear friend of over a decade, Mavis Stevens. Mavis is a lifelong Fiber Artist and the newly published author of  Last Chance Trailer Park. During our conversation, she shared her incredible and captivating story of resilience. Mavis shares the story of life out loud, joy, and challenges that inspired her story for Last Chance Trailer Park all embodied by unique animal characters you c...

If you’re entering this episode in a time when things are tight, know you’re not alone. I have been there in times of just getting by. But this is not forever; this can be just a speed bump in life. You can reach a time of abundance and financial security. I want to share with you steps that have helped me move from a scarcity mindset into one of abundance. Eliminate short term perspective – overs...

Negative people can harm your attitude if you're not careful. It’s important to be weary of the cycle of negativity and getting stuck in this ugly circle of negative ideas and opinions. You usually don’t have to look too far for negative people in your life, but you can protect yourself by putting up a parameter. An “Electric Fence” of safety. You can’t control people, but you can influence them....

SHEROS, in this episode we’re focusing on putting that inner critic to bed! Sometimes we lose the people we think we can depend on or that we would look to encourage us…sometimes we’re all we have. I want to show you how to become your #1 cheerleader, and rewrite the script in your head. You don’t have to engage with the bully inside you any longer. Drown it out — Fill your mind with positive talk...

In this special episode, I am joined by a fairly new friend and colleague, Scaling Strategist Kara Renninger. We connect over the idea that it is up to us to choose something different for our lives and our business. Making a big impact in the world really matters to Kara and to do that, you have to be driven, direct, and honest. Many people don’t really say what they want in life or in business,...

 “The windshield is bigger than the rearview mirror for a reason because what's in front of you is so much more important than what's behind you!" Jelly Roll How do you let trauma of the past impact your present and future? We all have dozens of choices every day, and we all have a choice of how we’re going to use our past to inform our decisions and actions or if we’re going to let it hold u...

It’s time to give yourself permission to lead the life you desire. So many things that hold us back stem from permission within. Whether it's fear, shame, or personal and societal expectations weighing on your shoulders, you do not have to let this keep you from asserting your desires for success. In this episode, I want to share some guiding tips for allowing yourself permission. Focus on these s...

Don't stop believing … yes I am singing that to you. Today I am talking all about self authority and the power of believing in yourself. You probably hear that phrase, “believe in yourself” often, but what does this common piece of advice really mean?  When you dig deep into the self awareness and confidence that play into self belief and authority, others are unable to pressure you to do any...

Confidence is one of the many keys needed to unlocking our potential, yet it's an area many struggle with, particularly women. My own personal confidence has exponentially increased in the last 20, 10, and even 5 years. Yet there are still areas of my own life I struggle to find confidence in. You would be hard-pressed to find someone confident in all aspects, like job, relationships, ap...

If you don't know where you want to go, how are you going to know when you arrive? Today on the SHERO Effect Podcast, I am talking all about clarity and what can change when you dig deep and get clear on your goals and life’s purpose. Clarity is all about defining your goals in clear and specific ways. Truly understanding the difference between direction and destination. In today’s episode, I talk...

Thank you for being here for the first episode of The SHERO Effect Podcast! Today I want to tell my story. I’m your host, Jennifer Perri and I believe the trials and life experiences I have had have all been meant for me to become who I am today. My mission with this podcast is to be your guide to empowerment and have conversations that lead to a life with more freedom and ease.  The struggle...