Fearless Fridays with Maryann
For the woman who's ready to heal and turn her fear into fuel for success! Welcome to Fearless Fridays with Maryann Rivera-Dannert, a certified life coach, specializing in empowering women to discover and unlock their full potential, paving the way to a life marked by freedom and balance. With over 10 years of experience as a coach, author, speaker, and owner of MRD Empowerment Solutions, Maryann uses her personal life experience with trauma, healing and rediscovery as a catalyst for personal growth. Fearless Fridays' conversations are raw, honest, and deeply meaningful. Maryann and her guests explore topics including domestic violence, sexual trauma, dealing with the complexities of divorce, and addressing lingering abandonment issues. Together, we'll tackle the tough stuff and find the strength within to rise above. Tune in every Friday for new episodes. Website: https://www.maryannriveradannert.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryannriveradannert/ TikTok: @healingherwithin YouTube: Dr. Maryann Rivera-Dannert - YouTube
Episodes
May 9, 2025 ā¢ 28 mins
Ep. 198 What happens when a brilliant scientist answers the call to lead women beyond their fears and into their full potential? This week, Dr. Adebola Ajao joins Maryann to share her powerful journey from a successful career in public health to founding Empowering Initiatives, where she helps women align with purpose, walk boldly in their passions, and leave lasting legacies. š«
With over 20 years in epidemiology and womenās heal...
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May 2, 2025 ā¢ 31 mins
Ep. 197 This week on Fearless Fridays with Maryann, we're joined by the dynamic Lynn Abate-Johnsonāglobal community builder, business consultant, and international bestselling author.
Lynn opens up about her unexpected journey into authorship, sparked by the emotional and logistical challenges of caregiving for her mother. In this heartfelt conversation, she shares how writing Out of Love became both a healing outlet and a roadmap...
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April 25, 2025 ā¢ 6 mins
Ep. 196 Have you been feeling disconnected, exhausted, or like you're just going through the motions? This week on Fearless Fridays with Maryann, it's time to reclaim your passion and reconnect with your purpose using my brand-new IGNITE Framework ā a simple, soulful strategy to bring your spark back to life. š„
š§ In this episode:
Signs your inner fire has been dimmed
IGNITE steps: Identify, Give permission, Nourish, Im...
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April 18, 2025 ā¢ 11 mins
Ep. 195 šļø Journal with Me This week on Fearless Fridays with Maryann, weāre going deeper than ever before. Dr. Maryann Rivera Dannert invites you to grab your journal, find a quiet space, and begin the soul work that leads to real transformation.
āØ What patterns keep showing up in my relationships?
āØ What words or actions trigger an intense emotional reaction?
āØ What fear stops me from moving forward?
āØ What was I often criticiz...
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April 11, 2025 ā¢ 7 mins
Ep. 194 What belief has been holding you back? On this episode of Fearless Fridays with Maryann, we dive deep into the mindset work that leads to true transformation. If self-doubt, fear, or negative self-talk have been running the showāitās time to change the script.
āFear doesn't just disappear; you just get stronger than it.ā ā Dr. Maryann Rivera-Dannert
Youāll walk away with a clear, step-by-step approach to identify the li...
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April 4, 2025 ā¢ 26 mins
Ep. 193 How are YOU living a fearless life? It starts with building unshakable confidence and releasing the need for outside validation. Because letās be real: the vision was given to you, not them.
In this solo episode Iām sharing a big milestone in my journey and the mindset shifts that got me here. From trusting the process to betting on myselfāeven when doubt tried to creep ināIām giving you the tools to do the same.
If youāve...
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March 28, 2025 ā¢ 38 mins
Ep. 192 This week on Fearless Fridays with Maryann our guest Stacey D.M. Shaw explores womenās history, self-care, and the power of living authentically.
Inspired by her idol, Angela Bassettāwho famously starred in How Stella Got Her Groove BackāStacey shares how she reclaimed her own power through resilience, sisterhood, and fearless leadership.
Stacey is the owner of Your Brilliant Transitions and visionary behind Her Chosen Leg...
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March 21, 2025 ā¢ 13 mins
Ep. 191 Womenās History Month offers a unique opportunity to reflect on the often-overlooked impact that women have on our journey through life. Today, Iām sharing a deeply personal chapter of my life and the profound impact of Anita Nunley, the woman who saw my potential when I couldnāt see it myself.
š¬ āAcknowledge those individuals that have impacted your lifeāit makes a big difference.ā
At 16, I made a choice that led me dow...
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March 14, 2025 ā¢ 30 mins
Ep. 190 #NationalWriteYourStoryDay is a perfect reminder that your story holds power. In this episode we speak to Raeanne Lacatena, a holistic business coach, Reiki master, and best-selling author of The Integrated Entrepreneur.
Raeanne shares her transformative journey from mental health therapist to internationally recognized coach, revealing how prioritizing self-care helped her not only write her book but also step onto the p...
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March 7, 2025 ā¢ 47 mins
As a guide for faith-based men and women looking to bring their God-inspired books to life, Ebony structures personalized plans to help her clients fulfill their publishing goals.
Kicking of Women's History Month is our returning guest is a distinguished writing coach, publishing engineer, and founder/CEO of Ebony Nicole Smith Consulting, LLC, in Rochester, NY.
Since launching her business in 2016, she has helped over 80 authors ...
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February 28, 2025 ā¢ 15 mins
Ep. 188 Imagine starting each day with a reminder that you are enough, you are powerful, and you are worthy of loveāØ
In this special episode of Fearless Fridays with Maryann, Iām guiding you through a 15-minute meditation featuring 30 powerful self-love affirmationsāeach repeated three times to truly sink in.
Let these words become the foundation of your healing, confidence, and daily inspiration.
Listen every day to rewire your...
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February 21, 2025 ā¢ 21 mins
Ep. 187 Sis, letās talk about self-love and self-esteem. š This week Iām breaking down what it really means to build a healthy relationship with yourselfāstarting with how you speak to you. Weāll tackle that negative self-talk, celebrate your small wins, and get real about the impact of beauty standards and past trauma on how you see yourself. Plus, Iāll help you understand the difference between mentors, coaches, and mental healt...
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February 14, 2025 ā¢ 33 mins
Ep. 186 We all have that āperfect partnerā checklistābut what if the person meant for you doesnāt check a single box? In this special episode, Iām getting real about my journey from a toxic relationship to finding true love with my husband, James Lee Dannert. He wasnāt what I thought I wanted, but he turned out to be everything I needed. š
Letās talk about letting go of expectations, embracing the unexpected, and opening our heart...
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February 7, 2025 ā¢ 23 mins
Ep. 185 š February is all about love, but letās get realālove isnāt just about romance. Itās layered, complicated, and sometimes even painful. In this episode, I dive deep into what love truly meansābeyond the chocolates and flowersāthrough dictionary definitions, biblical perspectives, and my own experiences.
Iāll also share personal reflections from W.O.M.B. (women overcoming men) Sisters Chronicle and explore how our upbringing...
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January 31, 2025 ā¢ 15 mins
Ep. 184 Confidence isnāt something youāre born with. Itās something you BUILD! And guess what? I break it ALL down in my new book, From Limitation to Liberation: 50 Mindset Shifts for Women Who Dare šāØāthe very book Iām pulling straight from for todayās episode!
In todayās episode, weāre getting real about second-guessing, validation-seeking, and how these habits keep you stuck. Iām walking you through:
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Rewiring Your Inner Dia...
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January 24, 2025 ā¢ 18 mins
Ep. 183 Limiting beliefs are like invisible chains. They keep us from pursuing our passions and achieving our dreams. On this episode of Fearless Fridays with Maryann, I dive deep into how these beliefs, often rooted in childhood, societal expectations, or past failures, shape our lives. I'll share methods to reprogram your thoughts and introduce my book, From Limitation to Liberation: 50 Mindset Shifts for the Woman Who Dares. Th...
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January 17, 2025 ā¢ 33 mins
Ep. 182 "Junkie to Judge" author Mary Beth shares her remarkable journey from addiction to becoming a federal judge, offering insights into her personal transformation and multi-faceted recovery approach.
Host Maryann Rivera-Dannert delves into Mary Beth's early experiences with substance use disorder, highlighting the impact of trauma and the pursuit of new beginnings. The conversation emphasizes the importance of creating a per...
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January 10, 2025 ā¢ 33 mins
Ep. 181 Are you ready to take control of your healing journey and transform your pain into purpose? This episode is for anyone looking to break free from the weight of trauma and embrace a fearless, fulfilling life.
ļ»æDr. Maryann Rivera Dannert sits down with Dani, an author, chef, and ordained deacon, to explore her journey from a turbulent childhood to becoming a beacon of hope and healing. In this candid conversation, Dani shar...
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January 3, 2025 ā¢ 25 mins
Ep. 180 Maryann Rivera-Dannert explores the theme of embracing new beginnings with courage and purpose. She shares seven actionable steps to launch the new year and a fresh journal effectively. Maryann draws from personal experiences, including overcoming a Facebook account hack, and offers tips like reflecting on past lessons, defining a clear vision, and letting go of perfectionism. Emphasizing the value of mindfulness and a supp...
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December 27, 2024 ā¢ 29 mins
Ep. 179 Join Maryann Rivera-Dannert as she delves into resilience and empowerment with two incredible women, Quentillia Crutchfield and Sarah McFarland, contributors to the bestselling SurvivingHer Volume IV: Uncuffed Trauma.
š¬ Quentillia Crutchfield shares her journey of self-discovery through writing, focusing on her chapter, "Echoes of Abandonment." She emphasizes the importance of living authentically and uncovering personal t...
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