Healthy Resilience: Victoria Pelletier’s Journey from Trauma to CEO

Healthy Resilience: Victoria Pelletier’s Journey from Trauma to CEO

Author: rrapaport September 13, 2026 Duration: 36:22
In this episode Ron Rapaport interviews Victoria Pelletier, a corporate executive and author who rose from poverty and trauma to become a CEO and thought leader on resilient, authentic leadership. Victoria explains her concept of "healthy resilience," contrasts it with burnout, and shares practical habits—self-care, community, purpose, and self-awareness—that sustained her career and leadership through major transformations. Listeners will hear personal stories, leadership lessons, and actionable advice for cultivating resilience, empathy, and a whole-human approach to success. Sponsors:       Billy Mandarino, author of The NowIst"                        Dr. Erica Elliott, author of trilogy "From Mountains to                         Medicine, "Medicine and Miracles in the High Desert",                        "From Doctor to Healer"                        On-Line Therapy-Click link for a 20% podcast discount                        on your first session                       https://onlinetherapy.go2cloud.org/aff_c?offer_id=2&aff_id=3556                                               Links:  victoria-pelletier.com                                https://itsawrapwithrap.com  

The conversations on It’s A Wrap with Rap move beyond simple interviews, digging into the real stories of people who have chosen to confront difficulty with generosity and grit. Each episode is a deep, personal exploration of how individuals from all walks of life have transformed their own struggles into strength, not just for themselves, but for their communities. You’ll hear from guests who have faced down profound challenges-whether personal, professional, or societal-and emerged with a drive to lift others up. These aren’t tales of easy success, but honest reflections on perseverance, the decision to act selflessly, and the cultural and educational insights gained along the way. The podcast thrives on authentic dialogue, offering listeners a chance to understand the mindset and the pivotal moments that define a resilient life. It’s about the practical wisdom found in real-world experience, focusing on how we grow through adversity and how that growth can ripple outward. Tune in for thoughtful, often surprising conversations that wrap up each story with a sense of connection and tangible inspiration for your own journey.
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