Award-winning author, Speaker, Gestalt Practitioner, and Patient Advocate, Risa August has been living with a pituitary tumor and rare disease for over a decade. Risa shares her insights and perspectives on stage, offering words of inspiration to audiences. Additionally, Risa works one-on-one with clients, guiding them through the many roadblocks of life and toward living more fully inspired. A girl with sparkles in her hair and once an Ironman athlete, Risa still has a passion for her bike and barbells. With her genuine curiosity and love for trying new (and old) things, you may find Risa taking Bollywood or Hip-Hop dance lessons, trying a silks aerialist or boxing class, going indoor skydiving, and guiding inspirational workshops in creativity.
Through her personal transformation, Risa has learned and practiced removing limiting beliefs, shifting her perspective, and embracing an expansive life…a life unleashed.
In this episode, Risa August sits down with Crissy to discuss her incredible journey of resilience and transformation after divorce. Risa shares her experiences with identity rediscovery, the challenges of financial independence, and the importance of embracing one's authentic self. They delve into Risa's unique approach to life, including her adventurous spirit, love for quirky fashion, and the significance of asking for help. Risa also talks about her award-winning book and her inspiring solo journey along the Camino de Santiago. This conversation is a testament to Risa's strength, courage, and ability to navigate life's challenges with grace and humor.
Find more from Risa here:
Website: www.risaaugust.com/
Instagram: risaunleashed
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/risa-august-9b130524a/
Book: www.amazon.com/stores/Risa-August/author/B0CM9SGLKH?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true
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