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Powerful by Design

Podcast by Danielle McDonald

English

Health & personal development

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About Powerful by Design

Powerful by Design is your unapologetic guide to unleashing your self-expression and living boldly. Hosted by Danielle McDonald, Founder of ATHLETESIA, Pilates Instructor, Yoga Teacher, and Breath Coach, this podcast brings her signature Feel, Explore & Connect method to the mic, blending holistic insight with no-BS strategies. From fitness, mental health, wellbeing, wellness, and entrepreneurship, Danielle cuts through the noise and challenges the moulds that hold us back. Each episode delivers personal stories, candid conversations, and practical tools to help you break the rules, burn the blueprint, and take action that actually sticks. If you're ready to ditch the expectations and become Powerful by Design, this is your space, whoever you are, wherever you're starting from.

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24 episodes

episode EP 23. This Episode Doesn't Have a Title (Yet) artwork

EP 23. This Episode Doesn't Have a Title (Yet)

This episode is a true mixed bag, pulling together the shifts, stories and real talk that have been shaping my world lately. I share why my YouTube channel is evolving, the support and mentorship that are helping me grow and the risks I am choosing to take as I build ATHLETESIA in my own way while working full time. From reaching out to people who inspire me to paying attention when something within starts knocking, this is a conversation about courage, calling and following the path that feels right, even when it looks nothing like anyone else's. Mentioned in this episode: * ATHLETESIA Mailing List - Join A Movement That Moves Different [https://athletesia.com/] * Raising Brows: My Story of Building a Billion-Dollar Beauty Empire [https://amzn.eu/d/5N3Gnuc] Hang Out With Me Here!👇🏾 * All Links: https://liinks.co/daniellemcdonald [https://liinks.co/daniellemcdonald] * Letters I Don't Share on Instagram: https://daniellemcdonald.myflodesk.com/podcast [https://daniellemcdonald.myflodesk.com/podcast] * Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/msdaniellemcdonald [https://www.instagram.com/msdaniellemcdonald] * Follow or Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellemcdonald1/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellemcdonald1/] * Subscribe to YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@msdaniellemcdonald [https://www.youtube.com/@msdaniellemcdonald] * ATHLETESIA: https://liinks.co/athletesia [https://liinks.co/athletesia] * YouVersion Bible App: https://www.bible.com/app [https://www.bible.com/app] Disclaimer The Powerful by Design Podcast and all content shared by Danielle McDonald is intended for general informational and educational purposes only. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are those of Danielle and are not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners should not disregard or delay seeking advice from a medical doctor, therapist, or other qualified health professional based on information shared in this podcast or associated materials. Use of any information provided is at your own risk.

16 Nov 2025 - 23 min
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EP 22. November Edit

This episode is a heartfelt reflection on slowing down, seeing people beyond the surface, and recognising the quiet power we hold to make a difference. Through an unexpected encounter with a stranger, I share how a simple act of compassion can change the course of someone's day, or even their life. It's a reminder that the real reward isn't in what we receive, but in the light we choose to give. Because sometimes, being present for someone else is the most powerful thing we can do. Mentioned in this episode: * https://theselfspace.com/ [https://theselfspace.com/] Hang Out With Me Here!👇🏾 * All Links: https://liinks.co/daniellemcdonald [https://liinks.co/daniellemcdonald] * Letters I Don't Share on Instagram: https://daniellemcdonald.myflodesk.com/podcast [https://daniellemcdonald.myflodesk.com/podcast] * Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/msdaniellemcdonald [https://www.instagram.com/msdaniellemcdonald] * Follow or Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellemcdonald1/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellemcdonald1/] * Subscribe to YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@msdaniellemcdonald [https://www.youtube.com/@msdaniellemcdonald] * ATHLETESIA: https://liinks.co/athletesia [https://liinks.co/athletesia] * YouVersion Bible App: https://www.bible.com/app [https://www.bible.com/app] Disclaimer The Powerful by Design Podcast and all content shared by Danielle McDonald is intended for general informational and educational purposes only. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are those of Danielle and are not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners should not disregard or delay seeking advice from a medical doctor, therapist, or other qualified health professional based on information shared in this podcast or associated materials. Use of any information provided is at your own risk.

9 Nov 2025 - 16 min
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EP 21. Faith Doesn't Take Away the Fear

This episode is a deeply personal reflection on grief, faith, and surrender. After losing my dad and grandma within weeks of each other and preparing for major surgery, I open up about what it's really been like to navigate grief, faith, and uncertainty. I share how I found alignment in the most unexpected way, divine timing, what surrender has taught me, and why I believe faith doesn't take away fear, it simply reminds us we're never walking through it alone. Hang Out With Me Here!👇🏾 * All Links: https://liinks.co/daniellemcdonald [https://liinks.co/daniellemcdonald] * Letters I Don't Share on Instagram: https://daniellemcdonald.myflodesk.com/podcast [https://daniellemcdonald.myflodesk.com/podcast] * Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/msdaniellemcdonald [https://www.instagram.com/msdaniellemcdonald] * Follow or Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellemcdonald1/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellemcdonald1/] * Subscribe to YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@msdaniellemcdonald [https://www.youtube.com/@msdaniellemcdonald] * ATHLETESIA: https://liinks.co/athletesia [https://liinks.co/athletesia] * YouVersion Bible App: https://www.bible.com/app [https://www.bible.com/app] Disclaimer The Powerful by Design Podcast and all content shared by Danielle McDonald is intended for general informational and educational purposes only. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are those of Danielle and are not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners should not disregard or delay seeking advice from a medical doctor, therapist, or other qualified health professional based on information shared in this podcast or associated materials. Use of any information provided is at your own risk.

26 Oct 2025 - 15 min
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EP 20. Powerful by Design October Edit

This episode is a reminder that progress isn't always about perfect plans or polished routines, it's about showing up with gratitude, courage and presence, even when life feels messy. It's about finding meaning in the in-between seasons, the ones that test your patience and stretch your perspective. In this episode I reflect on the lessons and laughter that shaped September, the power of small consistent actions, and the importance of choosing optimism even when things don't go to plan. A gentle reminder that every season serves a purpose, and even in the chaos, there's always something to be grateful for. Hang Out With Me Here!👇🏾 * All Links: https://liinks.co/daniellemcdonald [https://liinks.co/daniellemcdonald] * Letters I Don't Share on Instagram: https://daniellemcdonald.myflodesk.com/podcast [https://daniellemcdonald.myflodesk.com/podcast] * Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/msdaniellemcdonald [https://www.instagram.com/msdaniellemcdonald] * Follow or Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellemcdonald1/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellemcdonald1/] * Subscribe to YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@msdaniellemcdonald [https://www.youtube.com/@msdaniellemcdonald] * ATHLETESIA: https://liinks.co/athletesia [https://liinks.co/athletesia] * YouVersion Bible App: https://www.bible.com/app [https://www.bible.com/app] Disclaimer The Powerful by Design Podcast and all content shared by Danielle McDonald is intended for general informational and educational purposes only. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are those of Danielle and are not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners should not disregard or delay seeking advice from a medical doctor, therapist, or other qualified health professional based on information shared in this podcast or associated materials. Use of any information provided is at your own risk.

4 Oct 2025 - 9 min
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EP 19. Your Voice Matters, Even If the Room Doesn't Get It

Your voice matters, even if the room doesn't get it. In this episode I share why speaking your truth is always worth it, how silence costs more than discomfort, and why the moment you stop filtering yourself to fit in is the moment you start leading in a way that feels true to you. Hang Out With Me Here!👇🏾 * All Links: https://liinks.co/daniellemcdonald [https://liinks.co/daniellemcdonald] * Letters I Don't Share on Instagram: https://daniellemcdonald.myflodesk.com/podcast [https://daniellemcdonald.myflodesk.com/podcast] * Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/msdaniellemcdonald [https://www.instagram.com/msdaniellemcdonald] * Follow or Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellemcdonald1/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellemcdonald1/] * Subscribe to YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@msdaniellemcdonald [https://www.youtube.com/@msdaniellemcdonald] * ATHLETESIA: https://liinks.co/athletesia [https://liinks.co/athletesia] * YouVersion Bible App: https://www.bible.com/app [https://www.bible.com/app] Disclaimer The Powerful by Design Podcast and all content shared by Danielle McDonald is intended for general informational and educational purposes only. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are those of Danielle and are not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners should not disregard or delay seeking advice from a medical doctor, therapist, or other qualified health professional based on information shared in this podcast or associated materials. Use of any information provided is at your own risk.

20 Sep 2025 - 11 min
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