Hi, it's Marissa Lee here and welcome to A Voice and Beyond.

Thank you for joining us on this journey.

You see, A Voice and Beyond isn't just a podcast, it's a movement.

It's a celebration of every voice.

In each episode, we honor the challenges, the triumphs, and the stories that shape who we are.

Through heartfelt conversations and inspiring voices from all around the world, we take you

on a journey of connection, growth and empowerment. Whether you're a performing artist, a creative

soul or simply someone seeking inspiration,

this space is for you.

So if you're ready to step out of the wings

and take center stage in your life,

let your journey to empowerment begin,

right here, right now, on a Voice and Beyond.

Welcome to this very special pre-Christmas solo round of A Voice and Beyond. As the year draws to a close and the world begins to

slow down just enough for us to catch our breath. This is your moment, your invitation,

to pause, reflect and reconnect, not just with the people you love, but with yourself,

and with a version of you that's quietly waiting to emerge.

Today, we're not talking about resolutions or to-do lists.

This episode is all about connection, connection to others, connection to ourselves

and connection to who we're becoming.

Because when we're connected, life feels fuller.

Our hearts expand.

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