Motivational Fuel

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Motivational Fuel is the podcast that ignites your inner drive and elevates your spirit. Hosted by Wondra Spencer —healthcare professional, veteran, CEO, best‑selling author , mother, wife, entrepreneur, and transformational coach—this show delivers the inspiration and clarity you need to thrive in every area of life. Each episode features empowering conversations on: Strength and resilience Love and relationships Health and self‑care Motivation and mindset Lifestyle and finances Personal growth Spiritual alignment Wondra and her guests share real stories, hard‑earned wisdom, and practical tools that help you rise with purpose and confidence. Whether you’re seeking direction, healing, or a fresh spark of motivation, Motivational Fuel gives you the energy to move forward boldly. Learn more at wondraspencer.com

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March 20, 2026Episode 5524 min

RISE AGAIN: Chapter Eleven, Wondra’s Story

Send us Fan MailGrief doesn’t keep office hours, and it rarely arrives alone. We open up about the hardest chapter to write—chapter 11 of Rise Again—and the practices that helped us carry sorrow and joy together without apology. From a family ritual on Christmas Eve to the small, steady habits that make self‑care real, this episode is a guide for anyone navigating anniversaries, holidays, and the everyday moments that suddenly ache.We trace three core messages: embrace both joy and grief, let faith be a compass rather than a cure, and make self‑care practical enough to do on your worst day. You’ll hear how community, counseling, and honest conversations with doctors and spiritual leaders created a safety net during the rawest weeks. We also share what it looked like to return to life—finishing a bachelor’s degree just three classes shy, welcoming a rainbow baby, and building routines that allow laughter without guilt. Along the way, we offer reflection prompts, simple remembrance rituals like lighting a candle or writing a letter, and goal‑setting tips that balance gentleness with momentum.If you’re facing pregnancy or infant loss, miscarriage, or any form of deep grief, these stories and tools can help you honor memories while reclaiming agency. We point you to chapter pages and workbook prompts, highlight community resources and awareness months, and invite you to craft your own tradition that keeps love present. Healing is not forgetting; it’s remembering with tenderness and choosing a future that holds room for light.Subscribe for more conversations on grief, faith, self‑care, and personal growth. Share this episode with someone who needs it, and leave a review to help others find their way back to hope. Order My Bestseller on Bookshop!Amazon Best‑Selling Author!Wondra's Amazon Picks!Best Support! Cash App Support my show! Buy Me CoffeeYou can send me a cup of coffee and thank you! Buzzsprout Referral Create a Store Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showHow to Follow:Alignable ProfileMotivational Fuel PodcastQuick Listener Survey wondraspencer.com Connect with me: Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | X (Twitter) | YouTube

March 13, 2026Episode 5417 min

RISE AGAIN: Chapter Ten, The Power Within!

Send a textChange doesn’t wait for perfect timing—it knocks, insists, and asks who you’re becoming. We open Chapter 10 of Rise Again to turn that moment into motion, shifting from grief to grounded action with a simple, human framework you can use today. The conversation leans into the power within: the steady part of you that doesn’t need a permission slip, only a clear next step and the courage to take it.We start by naming what change actually feels like—tight chest, buzzing nerves, a tug you keep rationalizing away—and then get practical. You’ll hear how to build a support team of three people who make you braver, what to ask of them, and why accountability works best when it’s specific and kind. We bring in the “mirror question” (What do you want?) and explore how answers can show up as a pulse, not a paragraph. From there, we ground courage with believable, actionable affirmations, pairing each phrase with a tiny step to create momentum you can trust.Next, we map goals that align with real life: one measurable outcome and a trio of repeatable process habits. You’ll learn to track emotions alongside progress to spot patterns, celebrate micro‑wins to fuel consistency, and use curiosity as a strategy for growth—choosing skills that make this season lighter, whether that’s boundary language, budgeting basics, or a creative practice that restores energy. We also preview the Chapter 10 workbook prompts: list your goals, name your supporters, identify emotions, plan your celebrations, and write a brief reflection that ties your intentions together. Every tool aims at one outcome—helping you start before you’re ready and become as you go. Order My Bestseller on Bookshop!Amazon Best‑Selling Author!Wondra's Amazon Picks!Best Support! Cash App Support my show! Buy Me CoffeeYou can sen Order My Bestseller on Bookshop!Amazon Best‑Selling Author!Wondra's Amazon Picks!Best Support! Cash App Support my show! Buy Me CoffeeYou can send me a cup of coffee and thank you! Buzzsprout Referral Create a Store Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showHow to Follow: Alignable Profile Motivational Fuel Podcast Quick Listener Survey wondraspencer.com Connect with me: Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | X (Twitter) | YouTube

March 6, 2026Episode 5320 min

RISE AGAIN: Chapter Nine, Your Mission Statement

Send a textReady to trade vague motivation for a clear, usable compass? We walk through how to craft a personal mission statement that honors your healing, names your values, and turns everyday choices into steps toward a life you actually want to live. Drawing from Rise Again: Transforming Grief into Purpose and Passion, we show how pain can become direction, not a dead end, and why a single honest sentence can steady you when life tilts.We start with values that don’t crack under pressure—compassion, resilience, honesty, growth, faith, service—and translate them into actions you can see and measure. Then we bring grief into the light, recasting lessons from loss as strengths that shape your legacy. You’ll hear simple, adaptable examples and a clean formula you can copy: “My mission is to [action] by [values] so I can [impact].” We talk practically: where to place your statement so it nudges you, how to use it as a daily affirmation, and when to revise as you evolve. We also open the workbook for hands-on prompts—reflect on what you stand for when life gets hard, define the impact you want at home, in community, and in your profession, and write a fill‑in‑the‑blank draft you can refine this week. If you’ve felt stuck between who you were and who you’re becoming, this conversation offers structure, language, and gentle courage to move. Grab your copy of the book and workbook from our site, Amazon, Walmart, or Barnes & Noble, and come write your mission statement with us. You can get it on my website, Amazon, or Walmart. It is in stores in Barnes and Noble. If they don't have it, you can ask them to order it. Order My Bestseller on Bookshop!Amazon Best‑Selling Author!Wondra's Amazon Picks!Best Support! Cash App Support my show! Buy Me CoffeeYou can sen Order My Bestseller on Bookshop!Amazon Best‑Selling Author!Wondra's Amazon Picks!Best Support! Cash App Support my show! Buy Me CoffeeYou can send me a cup of coffee and thank you! Buzzsprout Referral Create a Store Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showHow to Follow: Alignable Profile Motivational Fuel Podcast Quick Listener Survey wondraspencer.com Connect with me: Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | X (Twitter) | YouTube

February 27, 2026Episode 5217 min

RISE AGAIN: Chapter Eight, Rejoice and Embrace!

Send a textReady for a fresh start that feels grounded, kind, and doable? We dive into “Rejoice and Embrace,” a simple practice for welcoming change without pretending everything is easy. I walk you through finding real balance in daily life, celebrating small wins that actually stick, and building a support system that lifts you when motivation dips.We start by redefining balance as a living practice: better sleep you can feel, movement that matches your season, and water before the whirlwind. From there, we explore how to keep your circle positive and practical—friends, family, and mentors who offer clarity instead of noise. You’ll hear how small, specific goals turn big dreams into daily steps, and why acknowledging micro milestones is the quickest way to quiet self-doubt and keep moving forward.Self-compassion is the engine of this approach. You can carry mixed emotions and still choose action. I share a straightforward self-care inventory plus a simple self-contract: one clear goal, tiny daily behaviors, meaningful rewards, and honest reflections. These tools turn uncertainty into a roadmap. With boundaries that protect your peace and rituals that center your day, you’ll trade burnout for steady momentum and joy that lasts.If you’re stepping into a new chapter—a job change, a move, a relationship, or a personal reset—this conversation offers practical guidance and encouragement. You hold the pen. Let’s write the next page with intention, grace, and a little courage you can feel. Listen now, subscribe for weekly motivation, and share this episode with someone who’s ready to begin again. Then tell me: what small win are you celebrating today? Support the showHow to Follow: Alignable Profile Motivational Fuel Podcast Quick Listener Survey wondraspencer.com Connect with me: Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | X (Twitter) | YouTube

February 20, 2026Episode 5121 min

RISE AGAIN: Chapter Seven, Pouring into Yourself and Uplifting Others & Self-Contract

Send a textEver feel like everyone needs you at once, but you’re running on fumes? We take a clear, compassionate look at how to refill your energy so you can show up with patience, joy, and strength. Using Chapter Seven of Rise Again as our guide, we break self-care out of the buzzword zone and turn it into simple actions that rebuild your baseline: better sleep, steady hydration, nourishing food, daily movement, and space for real joy.We start with a self-care inventory that makes wellness measurable and honest. How many hours did you sleep? Did you move your body today? Are you drinking enough water? What brought you joy? When did you say no to protect your peace? From there, we link those small habits to bigger outcomes—calmer mornings with your family, more presence in tough conversations, and the capacity to hold space for friends and coworkers without burning out. You’ll hear practical examples you can try right away, from 30-minute walks and sunrise breathing to tech-light evenings and a weekly hour that belongs only to you.To lock in change, we share a 30-day self-contract you can customize: bedtime targets, five-day movement goals, hydration checkpoints, and a quick nightly journal. Midway through, a reflection checkpoint helps you course-correct with self-kindness, asking what healing looks like today and what you’re proud of so far. We close with resources to keep you supported: the Rise Again book and workbook, upcoming Power Hours, and our private community where like-minded listeners grow together.If this helped, share it with five people who could use a refill, subscribe for weekly motivation, and leave a quick review so more listeners Order My Bestseller on Bookshop!Amazon Best‑Selling Author!Wondra's Amazon Picks!Best Support! Cash App Support my show! Buy Me CoffeeYou can sen Order My Bestseller on Bookshop!Amazon Best‑Selling Author!Wondra's Amazon Picks!Best Support! Cash App Support my show! Buy Me CoffeeYou can send me a cup of coffee and thank you! Buzzsprout Referral Create a Store Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showHow to Follow: Alignable Profile Motivational Fuel Podcast Quick Listener Survey wondraspencer.com Connect with me: Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | X (Twitter) | YouTube

February 13, 2026Episode 5018 min

50th Episode!! RISE AGAIN: Chapter Six, Don’t Stop and Keep Going

Send a textThe 50th Episode, and thanks for the support! When progress feels far away, the smallest win can change the day. We dive into a practical, compassionate playbook for building momentum, honoring grief without losing motion, and turning setbacks into the fuel that keeps you moving forward. Wondra Spencer, founder of Inspire and Drive and author of the Amazon bestseller Don’t Stop and Keep Going, shares three core messages: celebrate tiny, repeatable wins, let joy and sorrow coexist, and design goals that survive real life.We start with a gentle reset for first-time or returning exercisers—light movement, mindful breathing, and five-minute routines that prove you can start where you are. From there, we explore a momentum mindset rooted in SMART goals and visible milestones, so progress is measured, not imagined. Wondra explains how to reframe obstacles as design problems, adjust scope without abandoning standards, and build identity through consistent action. Along the way, we bring grief into the conversation with honesty: memories can ache and still inspire. By tying affirmations to specific behaviors and pairing them with breathwork, you create self-belief that reflects what you do, not just what you say.You’ll also hear workbook-driven prompts to identify passions, set short- and long-term targets, map your support network, and script daily motivation you can revisit on hard days. If you’ve ever wondered how to keep going when perfection fails, this guide shows you how to lower the bar without lowering your vision—one checkmark, one breath, one step at a time. Subscribe, share with a friend who needs a nudge, and leave a review to tell us the tiny win you’re celebrating today. Order My Bestseller on Bookshop!Amazon Best‑Selling Author!Wondra's Amazon Picks!Best Support! Cash App Support my show! Buy Me CoffeeYou can send me a cup of coffee and thank you! Buzzsprout Referral Create a Store Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showHow to Follow: Alignable Profile Motivational Fuel Podcast Quick Listener Survey wondraspencer.com Connect with me: Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | X (Twitter) | YouTube

February 6, 2026Episode 4917 min

RISE AGAIN: Chapter Five, Passion & Smart Goals

Send a textWe turn passion into progress using SMART goals, daily 15‑minute practices, and supportive environments that make change stick. Grief becomes fuel, clarity drives action, and we share a simple workbook flow to set short‑ and long‑term goals you can track.• Chapter five focus on passion and SMART goals• Identifying true drivers and naming what matters• Setting one six‑month and one one‑year goal• Creating a 15‑minute daily meditation practice• Using journals, timers and visual cues• Reframing grief and setbacks as catalysts• Building a circle of positive influences• Workbook flow for clarity• Reviewing goals across the yearBuy my book Rise Again, share your goals on my website, and tag me in your posts Order My Bestseller on Bookshop!Amazon Best‑Selling Author!Wondra's Amazon Picks!Best Support! Cash App Support my show! Buy Me CoffeeYou can sen Order My Bestseller on Bookshop!Amazon Best‑Selling Author!Wondra's Amazon Picks!Best Support! Cash App Support my show! Buy Me CoffeeYou can send me a cup of coffee and thank you! Buzzsprout Referral Create a Store Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showHow to Follow: Alignable Profile Motivational Fuel Podcast Quick Listener Survey wondraspencer.com Connect with me: Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | X (Twitter) | YouTube

January 30, 2026Episode 4817 min

RISE AGAIN: Chapter Four, Care for You

Send a textWhen loss rearranges your life, even basic care can feel complicated. Today, we explore how tending to your well-being is not a retreat from love, but a daily way to honor it. We walk through chapter four of Rise Again—Care For You—and share simple practices, honest mindsets, and supportive tools that help you rebuild balance without guilt.We start with the essentials: small rituals that calm the nervous system and make space for emotion, like a quiet cup of tea, a short nap, breathwork, or a nature walk when the weather allows. From there, we look at why reaching out for counseling, coaching, or spiritual guidance is an act of courage that accelerates healing. You’ll hear how to combine professional support with everyday choices so you can maintain steadiness when grief surges, and life stays busy.To move from ideas to action, we open the workbook and walk through reflection prompts that identify your soothing routines, rewrite guilt narratives, and set simple plans you can keep. We also share a few ways to weave remembrance into self-care—lighting a candle, speaking their name, revisiting a favorite passage—so memory and healing sit side by side. Finally, we preview next week’s focus on passion and SMART goals, showing how compassionate structure can guide your next steps.If you’re ready to feel supported while you support yourself, this conversation is your starting place. Grab the book and workbook, follow along with the prompts, and share this episode with someone who needs a calm voice. Subscribe, leave a review to help others find the show, and tell us: what one practice will you try this week? Order My Bestseller on Bookshop!Amazon Best‑Selling Author!Wondra's Amazon Picks!Best Support! Cash App Support my show! Buy Me CoffeeYou can sen Order My Bestseller on Bookshop!Amazon Best‑Selling Author!Wondra's Amazon Picks!Best Support! Cash App Support my show! Buy Me CoffeeYou can send me a cup of coffee and thank you! Buzzsprout Referral Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showHow to Follow: Alignable Profile Motivational Fuel Podcast Quick Listener Survey wondraspencer.com Connect with me: Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | X (Twitter) | YouTube

January 23, 2026Episode 4717 min

RISE AGAIN: Chapter Three, Treasuring Our Beloved

Send a textGrief doesn’t ask for grand gestures; it asks for honesty. We explore a grounded way to honor someone you love by crafting a personal day of remembrance built around small, sincere rituals that actually fit your life. Instead of performative milestones, we focus on simple practices—favorite recipes, treasured songs, a quiet walk, a single candle—that turn memory into ongoing connection and help you heal without rushing the process.Together, we map out how to choose a meaningful date, set an intention, and weave in passions that reflect who they were. You’ll hear practical examples for every kind of remembrance: cooking their go-to dish while sharing photos, planting flowers in their color, curating a playlist that grows each year, or writing a letter that captures the details of the day. We also talk about inviting family to contribute one short memory, using a scrapbook to track stories over time, and letting the ritual stay light or expand as your capacity changes. The message is simple: choose memory over extravagance, presence over pressure, and let love guide the plan.If loss is fresh, you’ll find gentle, flexible entry points—one song, one candle, one breath of fresh air. If you’re further along, we offer ways to deepen the tradition so legacy keeps flourishing in your daily life. By the end, you’ll have a clear framework for a remembrance day that feels true to you and true to them, with tools you can repeat each year to support steady, compassionate healing.If this resonated, subscribe on YouTube or your favorite podcast app, share with someone who needs it, and leave a review so others can find the show. Your support helps more people rise again. Order My Bestseller on Bookshop!Amazon Best‑Selling Author!Wondra's Amazon Picks!Best Support! Cash App Support my show! Buy Me CoffeeYou can sen Order My Bestseller on Bookshop!Amazon Best‑Selling Author!Wondra's Amazon Picks!Best Support! Cash App Support my show! Buy Me CoffeeYou can send me a cup of coffee and thank you! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showHow to Follow: Alignable Profile Motivational Fuel Podcast Quick Listener Survey wondraspencer.com Connect with me: Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | X (Twitter) | YouTube

January 16, 2026Episode 4623 min

RISE AGAIN: Chapter Two, Facing Challenges in Coping

Send a textHeavy days happen, and pretending they don’t only makes them louder. We open up about riding those waves with self-compassion, then stack simple practices that turn stuck energy into forward motion. Think tiny rituals that change your state, flexible routines that support real life, and health basics that quietly carry you when motivation dips.We start by normalizing fluctuation—energy, emotions, even confidence move in cycles. From there, we show how an evening check-in and a morning intention can anchor your day without trapping you in perfection. You’ll hear grounded examples of kindness rituals that work on tough days, from speaking a shaky affirmation to wearing something that feels like a hug. We dig into reframing setbacks as data, not identity, so you can adjust plans without abandoning goals.Then we get practical. Hydration as a mood and focus lever. Thirty minutes of movement in any form you enjoy—walking after dinner, stretching between tasks, dancing to your favorite track—and a brief breathing practice to cue recovery. We talk about spotting stress signals early and using small tools like mindfulness, journaling, or a quick reset to return to center. Community takes the spotlight too: why encouragement matters, how to find people who lift you, and what a simple “check-in” message can do on heavy days.To make it stick, we share workbook prompts: mapping energy dips, crafting one honest affirmation, drafting morning and evening outlines, tracking water and activity, and naming one person you’ll reach out to when things feel hard. If you’re ready to rebuild with grace rather than grit alone, this conversation gives you the steps and the support to rise again. If this resonated, subscribe, share with a friend who needs it, and leave a review to help more people find the show. Order My Bestseller on Bookshop!Amazon Best‑Selling Author!Wondra's Amazon Picks!Best Support! Cash App Support my show! Buy Me CoffeeYou can sen Order My Bestseller on Bookshop!Amazon Best‑Selling Author!Wondra's Amazon Picks!Best Support! Cash App Support my show! Buy Me CoffeeYou can send me a cup of coffee and thank you! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showHow to Follow: Alignable Profile Motivational Fuel Podcast Quick Listener Survey wondraspencer.com Connect with me: Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | X (Twitter) | YouTube