1068: Erika Rothenberger - "Grit, Grace & Glitz"

Are you ready to harness the power of resilience and be audacious in the face of adversity? In this episode of Thrive Loud with Lou Diamond, we're joined by the truly inspiring Erika Rothenberger. As an entrepreneur, woman in construction, and dynamic speaker, Erika shares her incredible journey of overcoming a traumatic personal experience and how it has shaped her life and message today. Key Highlights: Erika's powerful story of resilience following a life-altering attack by a stranger, and how it motivated her to become a beacon of strength for others. Learn about the various "hats" Erika wears, from climbing the corporate ladder in construction to being an empowering mom and entrepreneur. Discover the practices Erika uses daily to develop her resiliency muscle, including movement, maintaining an "audacious list," and journaling. Erika's insights on how sharing stories of personal challenges can create meaningful connections and changes in others' lives. Join Lou Diamond and Erika Rothenberger for an inspiring conversation that challenges us to be audacious, to be resilient, and to thrive in every aspect of life.   Timestamp Overview 00:00 "Erica Rolfenberger: Empowering Entrepreneur" 05:24 Surviving an Ex-Boxer's Assault 08:42 Building Resilience Through Self-Improvement 11:35 "Energize, Reflect, and Achieve" 14:07 Podcasting's Impactful Connections 18:07 "Powerful Song for Triathlons" 21:52 "Dreaming of Returning to Croatia" Follow Us: 🔔 Subscribe to the Thrive LouD with Lou Diamond Podcast for more engaging conversations and powerful insights. 👍 Like this episode if you found it helpful. 💬 Comment your thoughts and questions below. 🔗 Share this episode with your network to spread the knowledge. ***CONNECT WITH LOU DIAMOND & THRIVE LOUD***