Sharing stories & strategies TO HELP YOU CREATE A LIFE FILLED WITH PASSION, PURPOSE & POSITIVE IMPACT!
THE PAY IT FORWARD PODCAST
Welcome to The Pay It Forward Pod: Turning Pain Into Passion, Purpose & Positive Impact —a podcast where we share stories, strategies, and inspiration on how to transform personal challenges into meaningful change—and pay it forward to help others do the same! Through heartfelt conversations and interviews with people who have faced adversity, we explore the powerful process of turning pain into passion, purpose, and positive impact!
Here's what you Can expect to hear on the pod
Let’s be really real for a second – life is hard. I don’t say that in a cheesy, going to give you an uplifting statement next kind of way. Life is hard period. We all face difficulties, and sometimes it can feel like the challenges we face are insurmountable.
I know this because I’ve been there myself. Feeling like it was all too much and too hard and like I wanted to just give up. What saved me was realizing that I could turn those struggles into something positive, meaningful, and impactful. I created a formula that allowed me to take my pain and transform it into something that not only helped me but also provided support and hope to others facing similar battles. And the best part? I genuinely loved the process of creating and discovering ways to do this!
So HOW exactly are we supposed to do that though? Well, for me using the formula I created: pain ➟ passion, purpose & positive impact – really helped me and those I shared it with.
BUT I’m still growing and learning, like we all are – so that’s why I thought I would bring on other people to share their journey’s and stories of turning their own pain into passion, purpose & positive impact with all of us so we can learn from, be inspired by and find ways to create a positive impact – together!
You can expect to hear real, honest, raw and heartfelt conversations with people about their pain and how they were able to harness it to help fuel them to move forward in creating a life of passion, purpose & positive impact.
Whether you’re overcoming personal challenges or seeking inspiration to make a positive impact, this podcast will give you the tools to transform your story and inspire others to do the same!
Let’s be really real for a second – life is hard. I don’t say that in a cheesy, going to give you an uplifting statement next kind of way. Life is hard period. We all face difficulties, and sometimes it can feel like the challenges we face are insurmountable.
I know this because I’ve been there myself. Feeling like it was all too much and too hard and like I wanted to just give up. What saved me was realizing that I could turn those struggles into something positive, meaningful, and impactful. I created a formula that allowed me to take my pain and transform it into something that not only helped me but also provided support and hope to others facing similar battles. And the best part? I genuinely loved the process of creating and discovering ways to do this!
So HOW exactly are we supposed to do that though? Well, for me using the formula I created: pain ➟ passion, purpose & positive impact – really helped me and those I shared it with.
BUT I’m still growing and learning, like we all are – so that’s why I thought I would bring on other people to share their journey’s and stories of turning their own pain into passion, purpose & positive impact with all of us so we can learn from, be inspired by and find ways to create a positive impact – together!
You can expect to hear real, honest, raw and heartfelt conversations with people about their pain and how they were able to harness it to help fuel them to move forward in creating a life of passion, purpose & positive impact.
Whether you’re overcoming personal challenges or seeking inspiration to make a positive impact, this podcast will give you the tools to transform your story and inspire others to do the same!
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Why I created
The pay it forward pod
I created this podcast because I’ve witnessed firsthand how transformative this approach can be—how it has literally saved lives, including my own. During some of the darkest moments of my life, when I was grappling with overwhelming pain and uncertainty, I found that turning my struggles into something meaningful was not just a coping mechanism—it was a lifeline.
I saw this approach work miracles not only for myself but also for my friends who faced similar hardships. I’m talking about real, tangible changes in their lives—how their personal projects and passions became the very things that pulled them out of bed each morning, giving them a reason to keep going, to keep engaging with life, and to push through their toughest days.
When you’re deep in the trenches of pain, it can be incredibly hard to find the motivation to keep moving forward. But when that struggle is channeled into something that has a broader impact, something that helps others and makes a positive difference, it becomes a powerful driving force!
This podcast is my way of paying forward the life-saving power of this approach. I want to help others discover how to turn their own pain into passion, purpose, and positive impact—because I know how life-changing it can be. I want to give people the tools and inspiration they need to transform their challenges into strengths, to find a purpose that feels bigger than themselves, and to create a life that they truly love.
My goal is to offer you the same hope, support, and empowerment that I found through this process. Whether you’re struggling with physical, mental, or emotional pain, or you’re simply seeking a path to a more fulfilling and impactful life, this podcast, my guests and I are all here to help you find your way!
Why I created
The pay it forward pod
I created this podcast because I’ve witnessed firsthand how transformative this approach can be—how it has literally saved lives, including my own. During some of the darkest moments of my life, when I was grappling with overwhelming pain and uncertainty, I found that turning my struggles into something meaningful was not just a coping mechanism—it was a lifeline.
I saw this approach work miracles not only for myself but also for my friends who faced similar hardships. I’m talking about real, tangible changes in their lives—how their personal projects and passions became the very things that pulled them out of bed each morning, giving them a reason to keep going, to keep engaging with life, and to push through their toughest days.
When you’re deep in the trenches of pain, it can be incredibly hard to find the motivation to keep moving forward. But when that struggle is channeled into something that has a broader impact, something that helps others and makes a positive difference, it becomes a powerful driving force!
This podcast is my way of paying forward the life-saving power of this approach. I want to help others discover how to turn their own pain into passion, purpose, and positive impact—because I know how life-changing it can be. I want to give people the tools and inspiration they need to transform their challenges into strengths, to find a purpose that feels bigger than themselves, and to create a life that they truly love.
My goal is to offer you the same hope, support, and empowerment that I found through this process. Whether you’re struggling with physical, mental, or emotional pain, or you’re simply seeking a path to a more fulfilling and impactful life, this podcast, my guests and I are all here to help you find your way!
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THESE EMAILS I SEND – I PROMISE – FEEL LIKE LETTERS FROM A FRIEND
Come Be Part Of The Bloom!
What is The Bloom? The Bloom is my personal letter to you, dedicated to supporting your growth and flourishing in all aspects of life – from your health, well-being and entrepreneurial pursuits to overcoming obstacles, discovering passions, stepping into purpose and finding avenues for positive impact – The Bloom is all about helping you create a life you truly love – whatever that looks like for you!
I like to think of The Bloom newsletter as the water, soil, or sunlight I hope to be able to give you to help you grow and bloom in your own life! That’s why as a member of The Bloom community, you’ll get heartfelt personal letters from me sharing stories, resources, tools, inspiration and support to help you on your personal growth journey.
I'm Haley James!
I’m a California-based purpose-driven, multi-passionate entrepreneur, chronic illness & rare disease advocate, speaker, podcaster, designer, YouTuber, content creator and really, at my core, just a woman who wants to love & help people!
More specifically though, I’m here to love & help support YOU by inspiring, empowering and equipping you to overcome your obstacles, pursue your passions, step into your purpose and create a life you truly love so you can use your stories and gifts to make a positive impact in the lives of others!
I hope you’ll join me!
I'm Haley James!
I’m a California-based purpose-driven, multi-passionate entrepreneur, chronic illness & rare disease advocate, speaker, podcaster, designer, YouTuber, content creator and really, at my core, just a woman who wants to love & help people!
More specifically though, I’m here to love & help support YOU by inspiring, empowering and equipping you to overcome your obstacles, pursue your passions, step into your purpose and create a life you truly love so you can use your stories and gifts to make a positive impact in the lives of others! I hope you’ll join me!
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