Blue Stiley

Yvonne Castaneda: Embracing Growth, Healing, and Personal Transformation

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Yvonne Castaneda shares her transformative journey from being a personal trainer to a mental health clinician. Overcoming cultural pressures and personal struggles, including anxiety and eating disorders, Yvonne discovered her true calling in helping others heal.  With insights from her book ‘Pork Belly Tacos with a Side of Anxiety,’ she delves into stories of personal […]

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Boyd Morrison: Turning Rejections into Best-Selling Success

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Boyd Morrison, best-selling author, actor, and engineer, joins us on Navigating No to share his journey of perseverance through rejection and failure. Despite facing over 25 rejections for his third book, Boyd’s relentless pursuit of success led him to self-publish on Kindle, where he found immense success that eventually caught the attention of traditional publishers.

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Ellen Acuario: How Staying True to Yourself Leads to Success

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Ellen Acuario, stand-up comedian and social media sensation, joins us on Navigating No to share her journey of overcoming rejection, self-doubt, and finding success through authenticity. Ellen’s rise on TikTok during the COVID lockdowns, where her unfiltered content resonated with thousands, is just one part of her story. From being rejected in radio to thriving

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Bryan Seely: Cybersecurity, Sobriety, and the Power of Vulnerability

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Bryan Seely, renowned cybersecurity expert and Marine Corps veteran, joins us on Navigating No to share his powerful journey of overcoming addiction, ADHD, and suicidal thoughts to rebuild his life and career. Known for exposing vulnerabilities in the FBI and Secret Service, Bryan’s path wasn’t without intense personal struggles, including self-doubt and negative self-talk. In

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Nina Hajian: From Doubts to Dominance in Broadcasting

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Nina Hajian, a powerhouse in radio and TV, joins us on “Navigating No” to share her remarkable journey of transforming rejection into a celebrated career. Nina’s commitment to authenticity has proven revolutionary in an industry where appearances often overshadow talent. From enduring the harsh lessons of a Major Cable Network audition to her dynamic presence

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Jean-Luc Baker: Skating Through Setbacks to Olympic Glory

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Jean Luc Baker, an Olympic figure skater and a testament to resilience and self-belief, joins us on “Navigating No.” From an early age, Jean Luc faced immense pressures and setbacks, including injuries and intense competition, on his path to becoming an Olympian. In this episode, Jean Luc shares his journey from wearing skates at two

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Sandy Zimmerman: Mastering the Art of the Comeback

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Sandy Zimmerman, a Hall of Fame teacher, national Judo champion, Gonzaga basketball star, and American Ninja Warrior, shares her remarkable journey on “Navigating No.” From overcoming a childhood marked by poverty, foster care, and abuse, Sandy defied the odds with unwavering determination and a clear vision. This episode delves into the pivotal moments and key

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Introducing “Navigating No” with Blue Stiley

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Hi, I’m Blue Stiley, and welcome to Navigating No. This podcast is all about overcoming rejection, failure, and self-doubt. I’ve experienced my fair share of “no’s,” and I know how tough it can be to keep pushing forward. That’s why I started this podcast—to share the stories of incredible people who have faced rejection head-on

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