Meet Celena “Sunshine” Thomas

Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Celena “Sunshine” Thomas. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Hi Celena “Sunshine”, thank you for being such a positive, uplifting person. We’ve noticed that so many of the successful folks we’ve had the good fortune of connecting with have high levels of optimism and so we’d love to hear about your optimism and where you think it comes from.

Honestly, seeing how much good is out there, even when things get tough, that’s a big part of it. Being a mom to my two grown sons, I’ve seen them bounce back from stuff, and it reminds you that people are stronger than they think.

Also, starting ‘Conversations with Celena’ in my fifties has been such a joy! Hearing from listeners and knowing we’re making a real difference – even in small ways, like giving someone a little hope – that just fills me up. Plus, you know, I’ve been through my own storms, and I learned that even after the rain, the sun always comes back out. So, yeah, I just genuinely believe in the good stuff and our ability to get through things.

Let’s take a small detour – maybe you can share a bit about yourself before we dive back into some of the other questions we had for you?

what I’m pouring my heart into professionally is ‘Conversations with Celena.’ It’s a podcast talk show, and honestly, it feels like so much more than just a podcast to me. It’s a space where we have real, authentic conversations about mental health, self-care, and all the messy, beautiful parts of being human.

What I find most exciting and truly special about it is the connection. Hearing from listeners – mostly amazing women, often moms, who’ve been through it and are looking for encouragement – and knowing that our conversations resonate, that they feel seen and heard, that’s just incredibly rewarding. We’ve had folks reach out saying the podcast has given them a brighter outlook, helped them through tough times, even pulled them back from really dark places. That kind of impact? It’s everything.

My brand, or I guess my heart in all of this, is really about spreading a little ‘sunshine’ – that’s what folks often call me! It’s about creating a judgment-free zone where vulnerability is celebrated, and we can all learn and grow together. It’s about reminding everyone that they are enough, exactly as they are.

And speaking of new things, we’re actually in Season Five right now, which is just wild! We’re constantly looking for new ways to connect with our community. We’re developing some exciting plans for live events and even online courses down the line, so keep an eye out for that on my website, celenathomas.net. We’re also always bringing on new and inspiring guests to share their stories and wisdom. Plus, you can catch a little extra sunshine with my ‘Sundays with Sunshine’ segment on NOLA FM 100 and Chaos Radio soon where ever you are in the world online! So yeah, lots of exciting things happening in the ‘Conversations with Celena’ world! I also am re-launching my life coaching service, You can find more information coming soon on my website, that makes me REALLY excited.

There is so much advice out there about all the different skills and qualities folks need to develop in order to succeed in today’s highly competitive environment and often it can feel overwhelming. So, if we had to break it down to just the three that matter most, which three skills or qualities would you focus on?

You know, thinking about it, three things really helped me along the way: just being real with people – authenticity is huge. Also, learning to bounce back – resilience is key, especially when you’re trying new things. And honestly, building a community – connecting with others makes all the difference.

For anyone just starting out, I’d say: be yourself, don’t give up when things get tough, and find your people!

Okay, so before we go we always love to ask if you are looking for folks to partner or collaborate with?

Oh, absolutely! I’m all about connecting with awesome folks! If you’re passionate about mental health, self-care, and lifting people up, then let’s chat!

Think about it: maybe you’d be a fantastic guest on ‘Conversations with Celena’ sharing your expertise or story. And if you have a powerful story about how God has impacted or changed your life, bring it ON! We are here to inspire the world with those incredible testimonies. Or perhaps we could team up on something cool to reach more people who need a little sunshine. I’m open to all sorts of ideas!

If you like that idea just hop over to my website, celenathomas.net. I’d love to hear your thoughts and see how we can collaborate and spread even more positivity!

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