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Military Spouse Entrepreneur - Joanna Starling of Starling Wellness

Military life teaches resilience—but what happens after the mission changes?
If you’re a veteran or military spouse navigating transition, stress, or just trying to find your balance again… this episode is for YOU.
On the latest Motivated by Kelly Podcast, Joanna Starling (military spouse & wellness coach) shares how she’s helping veterans and those in recovery:✨ Reduce anxiety through breathwork✨ Reconnect with themselves after transition✨ Build a personalized path to wellness
And there’s more:She’s offering a FREE weekly live meditation session to help you reset, refocus, and recharge.
💻 Check it out here: www.starlingwellness.com
Because your next chapter deserves just as much strength, clarity, and support as your last mission.
#Veterans #MilitarySpouse #WellnessJourney #TransitionSupport #MentalWellness #StayMotivated #BeBetterNotBitter

Veteran to Visionary Series - Zochey Games- Zorina Pritchett

In this inspiring episode of The Motivated by Kelly Podcast, Kelly Foster sits down with veteran entrepreneur Zorina Pritchett, founder of Zochey Quick Play Card Games, to discuss her powerful journey from military service and a 30-year career supporting veterans to becoming a visionary game creator focused on strengthening families and restoring meaningful social connection.
Motivated by her observations as a substitute teacher and grandmother, Zorina recognized the growing impact of digital isolation on children’s social and emotional development. This insight led her to create fast-paced, colorful card games designed to engage children, spark conversation, and bring families together. Her mission is clear: help families achieve digital balance while fostering communication, confidence, and connection.
Zorina shares how a vision in the middle of the night led to the creation of her first game, and how encouragement from her granddaughter and community inspired her to turn that vision into a business. Despite facing personal health challenges, distribution setbacks, and the realities of entrepreneurship, she continues to move forward with resilience, courage, and an unwavering commitment to making a difference in children’s lives.
Her long-term vision extends beyond games—she hopes to create conferences, tools, and resources that equip parents and children with the communication skills and emotional support they need to thrive in today’s digital world.
To learn more about Zorina Pritchett, explore her games, and support her mission to create meaningful family connection through play, visit her website at:   https://zochey.com/
 

Veteran to Visionary Series - My Healing Suite - Toni Tomlin

In this inspiring Veteran to Visionary episode, we welcome U.S. Navy Veteran and entrepreneur Toni Tomlin, founder of My Healing Suite. Toni shares her powerful journey from military and federal service to building a wellness brand dedicated to helping individuals restore balance, reconnect with themselves, and heal through mindfulness and intentional experiences.
Through creativity, leadership, and resilience, Toni transformed her vision into a portable sanctuary offering wellness activations, mindfulness tools, and community-centered healing experiences. Her story highlights the courage it takes to pivot, the strength found in purpose, and the impact veterans can make in entrepreneurship and community healing.
To learn more and experience the powerful wellness offerings of My Healing Suite visit www.myhealingsuite.com

Mentoring Motivation and the SES Path with Magda Brown

In this episode, Magda Brown talks about her career journey, her aspirations to join the Senior Executive Service, and the role that mentoring, coaching, and professional associations have played in her career growth and preparing for senior leadership opportunities.

Episode 4 Officially Retired Now What?

This episode wraps up the Retirement themed podcast series and dives into What Is Next!  Veteran to Visionary Podcast series, Making Connections Podcast Series, Be Better, not bitter series and more...

Episode 3- After taking VERA - What HR Didn't Tell You

After your last day as a federal employee - what happens?  In this episode I discuss the process as I experienced it and share key tips of things to know.  HR experts are fantastic with what they do; however, their expertise typically gets you to your last day of employment and can't advise on "what happens next".  I hope by sharing my experience and insights gained through the process will be of benefit and helpful for those that are currently in the process or will be.  Note: Retired Life is Good! 

Episode 2 - Why I Urge You to Consider VERA VSIP

Episode 1 - Be Better, Not Bitter

Today, we’re going to talk about the motivators that move us forward—what lights our fire, what gets us out of bed in the morning, and most importantly, what we tap into when life knocks us down.
And trust me, I’ve been knocked down. That’s where my motto comes in: Be better, not bitter.
Because bitterness? Bitterness keeps us stuck. It clings to resentment. It closes us off from opportunity.
But being better? That’s where growth begins. That’s how we move forward. That’s how we win.

Motivated By Kelly Podcast - Trailer

Welcome to Motivated by Kelly—the podcast where real stories meet motivation science. I’m your host, Kelly Foster—coach, speaker, and lifelong motivator. Each week, we’ll explore what drives us—personally and professionally—so you can tap into your inner fire, rise above setbacks, and move forward with purpose. Whether you’re navigating a career crossroads or just looking for that spark, this podcast will help you discover what motivates you. Let’s get motivated.

Hilani CEO Exceptional Admins

In this episode Hilani shares a dual perspective, from the CEO of Exceptional Admins and as a retired Exceptional Admin.