In this deeply moving episode, Laura Sinclair sits down with Amanda Patrick, an inspiring entrepreneur and philanthropist based in Barrie, Ontario. Amanda shares her incredible story of surviving childhood trauma, overcoming abandonment, and choosing resilience over despair. From building two successful businesses to founding "Gift a Family," Simcoe County's fastest-growing charitable initiative, Amanda’s journey is a testament to the power of doing the hard thing—"even when." Tune in for a raw and heartfelt conversation about generational healing, the power of mindset, and how small promises to ourselves can rebuild trust, confidence, and purpose. In this episode you will hear: 01:30 — Amanda's Background From a construction business at 30 to coaching women entrepreneurs today, Amanda shares her entrepreneurial journey. 02:00 — Founding "Gift a Family" Amanda explains the mission behind her charity: providing full Christmas experiences to kids growing up in poverty. 03:35 — The Tragedy That Sparked It All Amanda opens up about the childhood trauma that inspired her philanthropic work—the devastating loss of three young children. 06:30 — The Day That Changed Everything She recounts the horrifying moment she discovered what had happened, and how it became her life's defining fork in the road. 10:30 — Life Ambushes & Early Resilience Amanda reflects on food insecurity, abandonment, and surviving solo by the age of 13. 14:25 — The Night She Almost Gave Up Lying in the cold, Amanda made a powerful decision to change her life—starting with a handwritten resume and her first job. 18:00 — Rising Through Fear Amanda describes her rapid climb from a $7/hour job to managing million-dollar events and battling imposter syndrome. 20:30 — The Turning Point: Sobriety & Therapy Motherhood forced Amanda to confront her pain. She committed to weekly therapy for 1.5 years to heal. 22:00 — How to Build Resilience Amanda and Laura discuss intentional resilience-building, like cold showers and sticking to your word even when it’s hard. 26:30 — Why Keeping Promises to Yourself Matters Amanda breaks down how broken promises erode self-confidence and how micro-commitments rebuild it. 30:00 — Sports, Discipline, and Mental Strength Laura and Amanda talk about how youth sports taught them about commitment and grit. 32:45 — Breaking Generational Cycles Amanda shares what she’s most proud of: ending generational trauma for her son and creating a new family legacy. 35:00 — Connect with Amanda Find Amanda on Instagram @amandalepatrick to learn more about her coaching, philanthropy, and community programs. Amanda's Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandalelepatrick/ Gift A Family, Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gift_a_family/ LADR Coaching, Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ladrcoaching/ The Action Lab: Join This Mother Means Business : www.thismothermeansbusiness.com Laura's Links: • Website • Laura's Instagram • LJSocial Instagram • LinkedIn • Facebook • Pinterest • TikTok
