SummaryIn this episode of Grit, Grace and Glitz, host Erika Rothenberger sits down with entrepreneur, speaker, author, and leadership coach Angela Goodman to explore how life's greatest challenges can become the foundation for purpose.Angela shares the life-threatening health crisis that completely changed her perspective on success, explains her Aligned Perception Framework, and discusses why fulfillment comes from intentional choices—not external achievements. Together, they dive into overcoming burnout, redefining success, finding joy, navigating financial hardship, and embracing every season of life with grace.If you've ever felt stuck on the treadmill of achievement or wondered how to create a life that feels aligned instead of simply successful, this conversation will give you practical tools and powerful perspective shifts.In This Episode, You'll Learn How a near-death experience completely transformed Angela's outlook on life. What the Aligned Perception Framework is and why perception shapes your reality. Why slowing down can be the key to greater success. A simple exercise to identify what energizes—and drains—you. How to stop living according to other people's expectations. Why helping others is one of the fastest paths to fulfillment. The importance of choosing joy intentionally every day. How to navigate financial setbacks without losing hope. Why life's toughest moments often prepare you for your greatest purpose. The powerful mindset shift from "Life is happening to me" to "Life is happening for me."Episode Timeline:Where to Find Angela Goodman:IG: https://www.instagram.com/msangelagoodman/Connect with your host, Erika:LinkedIn (primary)https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikarothenbergerIGhttps://www.instagram.com/erikalearothenberger?igsh=MmhjeTRhbnB1aXM2FBhttps://www.facebook.com/share/69wqEYVzFKKnci9u/?mibextid=LQQJ4dLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices