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Empower Hour with Lady J

Empower Hour with Host Jodi “Lady J” Watkins

Welcome to Empower Hour with Lady J (formerly The Jodi Watkins Show and originally Breaking Barriers Now Podcast). This is where resilience meets real life—faith, healing, leadership, and the kind of transformation you can actually apply.

About the Show

Empower Hour is a space for honest conversations with people who have been through something and chose to rise anyway. We talk about what it really takes to push through adversity, rebuild your life, and step into purpose with courage and clarity.

What You’ll Hear

Real interviews with real people who have overcome hard seasons and found strength on the other side
Practical takeaways you can use right away—mindset shifts, strategies, and habits that help you move forward
Faith in motion, because belief matters, but so does action

Why Listen

No fluff. No performance. Just truth, encouragement, and perspective from lived experience. If you’re in a season of rebuilding, stretching, healing, or stepping into your next level, you’re in the right place.

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Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and follow along on social media for updates and behind-the-scenes moments. Interact with the host and guests by going to the Becoming the CEO of Your Life™ Community - Podcast Group. You will find episodes and can join discussions for each show with Jodi and her guests.

Visit https://linktr.ee/ladyjempowers to access all episodes and more.

Let’s rise...together.

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Empower Hour with Lady J

Thanksgiving Special: The Power of Awareness and Choice

November 28, 2024 • Jodi Watkins

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In this solo episode, I’m exploring the importance of "awareness"—being mindful of our words and the influence others have on our journey. Too often, we let others’ opinions or agendas shift us away from the path we’re meant to walk. But here’s the truth: we have the power of choice.

We don’t have to carry shame or guilt imposed by others. Instead, we can stand firm in our purpose, knowing that God often uses those who’ve faced immense challenges to shine His light through their testimonies. Your story matters; when you allow Him to guide you, you’ll find strength and clarity like never before.

Join me as I share insights on breaking free from external pressures, honoring your God-given path, and living in alignment with His plan. Let’s keep progressing together—tune in again next week for more encouragement and growth!

For more information about my coaching or to have me speak to your school or organization, please visit https://www.jodiwatkins.com.

You can find my other links at https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins.

Keep tuning into our podcast. Share with others who need to hear these things. Let's keep going. It's time to be grateful for what we have this Thanksgiving and never allow anyone to take us away from God's purpose for our lives. Take care, and God bless!

This track was made by my daughter, Jasmine. She is my why for everything I do.

Support the show

The Jodi Watkins Show, formerly known as Breaking Barriers Now, is sponsored by Convene Connections Corporation and Lady J Global Enterprises LLC.

Are you looking to invest in an all-in-one platform looking to expand and grow and help others do the same? Join us at Convene Communities! Go to https://convenecommunities.com/invest/ to show your interest today! You don't have to worry about anything. All we desire to know is that you are willing to learn more.

Thank you all for being a part of this mission and for allowing me to facilitate these stories in ways I never imagined being able to.

Please share the podcast with everyone you know. If you are interested in sponsoring or appearing as a guest, please contact Jodi Watkins through her link at https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins.