Simone Biles - Pausing with Power I’m excited to kick off my blog, Lighting the Way: Why Dim the Stars That Guide Us , by featuring my first celebrity: my namesake, Simone Biles. Her story transcends athletic achievement, offering profound lessons about the vital connection between mental health and physical performance. As a self-esteem expert who has worked with athletes, I am deeply inspired by Simone’s courage and self-awareness, which she exemplified on the world stage during the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Simone Biles made headlines for stepping back from competition—a decision that surprised many. But what the world witnessed was a powerful reminder that pushing through isn’t always the answer. For high-performance athletes, the connection between the mental and physical state is undeniable. Simone knew that sometimes simply "pushing through" is not only unwise but also ineffective. Our mindset directly affects our ability to perform, and ignoring this truth can lead to breakdowns that are far more costly than stepping back. What makes Simone’s journey even more remarkable is how her choice to prioritize her mental wellness in 2020 paved the way for a truly inspiring comeback. At the 2024 Paris Olympics, Simone returned stronger than ever, winning three gold medals (team all-around, individual all-around, and vault) and one silver (floor exercise). Her story proves that taking time to prioritize well-being isn’t just courageous—it’s the foundation for sustained greatness. Hidden Lessons from Celebrity Drama: How Simone Biles is Lighting the Way for Us... Tuning Into Your Heart's Wisdom: Just as Simone Biles demonstrated, aligning with your heart’s wisdom is essential. Like HeartMath Institute and Dr. Joe Dispenza indicate, this alignment comes from heart-centeredness, gratitude, and paced breathing. You may not hear a literal voice, but if you slow down—like Simone did—you’ll notice those subtle signals from the Divine that guide you in the direction of your greatest good. This is one of the most powerful manifestation techniques you can use. Listening to the Inner Voice of Love, Not Fear: There’s a clear distinction between the voice of stress and fear and the voice of a relaxed, aligned heart. Simone Biles reminded us that the best decisions come from a place of love—for yourself and your well-being. This voice is aligned with Infinite Wisdom and guides you toward love for all, including your beautiful self. It’s the kind of self-esteem that isn’t dictated by performance or external accolades but by an inner knowing of your worth. Slowing Down and Tuning In to Manifest More: By stepping back, Simone Biles showed us that sometimes the fastest way forward is to pause. When you slow down, listen to your heart, and practice self-compassion techniques, you position yourself for even greater success in the long run. Life is a journey, and your longevity depends on finding balance. This is how you ensure that your mental wellness and physical health remain in harmony. The Star Treatment: In metaphysics, a "treatment" is a set of healing words spoken to activate Divine Power. These "Healing Words" are for you, Simone. Prayer Treatment: Simone, may your choice to honor yourself by stepping back during the Olympics continue to bless you as a profound act of self-love and Divine wisdom—may that inspire us all in the deepest way. You’ve shown the world that true greatness comes not just from pushing through but from knowing when to pause and listen to your heart—may you stand confidently in that always! Coaching Treatment: Simone, continue deepening this connection to your inner guidance. Sometimes we find it easy to follow our heart (sometimes, it's hard but necessary)—and other times, in other areas of our lives, we miss the messages from our heart altogether. Be sure to take the strength you showed in 2020 and generalize it into all areas of your life. Remind yourself that you have the Divine Power (deep inside) to know exactly when to keep pushing and when it's time to step back. This is a gift you can use always. Affirm yourself as the shining star we call Simone Biles, inspiring us all with your courage and grace. IMPORTANT NOTE I’m not here to judge and condemn, nor praise and celebrate every decision someone makes (celebrity or not). I’m simply here to offer a perspective of compassion for our fellow man. This seems long overdue particularly for those who serve us on screen, on stage, in the arena or in any spotlight. The blog is made up of a combination of facts, opinions, speculation, assumptions, tools, resources, data and more. I do not claim to have contact with the celebrities discussed nor do I claim to have researched their stories in full. DISCLAIMER This is not medical advice and should not be treated as such. 💪OVERCOME ANYTHING AND ACHIEVE EVERYTHING💪 Get unique tools that work!! - at my next Global Online Masterclass. If you are a celebrity or a person considered to be in a high profile position, reach out to me to book a  one-on-one, in-person concierge coaching session  with me, anywhere in the w orld. Written by: Dr. Simone Alicia , Ph.D., The Self Esteem Doctor "Reprogramming negative thinking and limited beliefs to help you overcome anything and achieve everything!" Doctor of Philosophy - with a specialization in Holistic Life Coaching Certified Neuro-Linguistic Programming Practitioner Certified Metaphysical Practitioner Honorary Doctor of Divinity Member of The International Metaphysical Ministry Member of The Association for Integrative Psychology International Personal Development Expert Founder & Coach at TSED Academy TV Subject Matter Expert Award Winning Motivational Speaker *** Local: 754.229.9309 (South Florida) Toll Free: 1-888-490-7484 ext. 500 Email:   Simone@TSEDacademy.com About:   www.TheSelfEsteemDoctor.com Online Academy:   www.TSEDacademy.com Follow on   Instagram  or Facebook

Being in the public eye isn’t just about fame— it's about stepping into a dream so big that everyone can see it!! IT'S THE ART OF PLUCKING INVISIBLE, UNSEEN DREAMS FROM DEEP WITHIN THE HEART AND MIND - AND MANIFESTING THEM INTO REAL LIFE EXPERIENCES WE ALL CAN SEE! Celebrities are the ultimate expression of big dreamers. They represent the very essence of what we all want: to manifest extraordinary lives from the limitless potential of the Universe. They’re living proof of what can happen when we align with our gifts and follow our purpose, not just for ourselves, but to contribute to the world in our own unique ways. It requires courage, faith, and alignment with something great within. When I think of celebrities, I don’t just see rich, famous people. I see human beings dancing with the limitless, Infinite Intelligence that creates worlds. People tapping into a level of faith that connects them to magnificent outcomes. Maybe they don't even know that they are doing it—or how, but this deeper connection is evident in their achievements. I actually know a bit about what it's like to step into the limelight and share a gift with the world. I manifested my dream of being as a professional runway and print model for some years -  and I also got to be an extra on multiple TV/movie projects. More recently, I actually aligned with an opportunity to work as associate producer with a powerful speaking role in a proof of concept film called Pretty Big Girl!  Both me and the film are on IMDb y'all—winning awards and everything! Then, my dream expanded, so although I didn’t reach the highest echelons of fame in modeling -  I continued to manifest the desires of my heart as they evolved - making headlines for the work I do now - and in a limitless Universe, your dreams have no ceiling! So, I understand tapping into your inner potential to bring your dream to the world! Not only back when I was modeling and acting, but today as The Self Esteem Doctor. I am following my heart and taking the stage in a totally different way to teach the unusual tools that free people from limited thinking! I've been at it for almost 2 decades now, and I am continuously driven by the call of the Divine within! ...And I recognize it in every soon-to-be celebrity, athlete, or performer I’ve coached over the years. And in every superstar we'll talk about in this blog. Understanding the Celebrity Journey: A Call for Compassion We share limitless visions in our conversations, our "what ifs," and our imaginings. Yet, it often proves to be "all talk" as only a few of us take that extra step—walking in the dream, living it, and bringing it from unseen to seen. I often say, "We dream together, but achieve apart." I've observed that while many people envision success, only some take the necessary steps to manifest it. And when they do achieve unusually great things, they are often met with suspicion and rumors—people searching for some clandestine explanation for their success, simply because they don’t understand the fullness of human potential. This is especially true for celebrities. People often view them through a lens of disbelief. How did they get there? What did they do to deserve this level of success? The answer lies in their alignment—the ability to tap into a Divine power that we all have access to, but not everyone chooses to (or knows how to) embrace. They manifest their dreams because they are aligned with their gifts and purpose. They hear the call from their heart and follow with reckless abandon! As you'll learn in my work -it's about the inner vision, focus, and powerful emotion calling them forward. First, as they dream of greatness, some onlookers will dream with them, while others criticize their irresponsible or unrealistic goals. Then when they achieve, those who once believed, often begin to express worry and issue warnings, while those who remain, simply cannot understand or accept that real success was achieved - and so they create stories to explain their victory. Why? Because they don't understand the full capacity we have to achieve limitlessly. So instead of celebrating and being inspired, we gossip and spread rumors and negativity about our fellow human beings. Instead of offering grace and compassion, people tend to distance themselves from those who achieve greatness. But celebrities, like all of us, are human. They are deserving of more than constant judgment - they are worthy of compassion, like the rest of us. And when we look closely enough, we'll find the hidden lessons in celebrity drama! We All Have the Power to Shine We all have access to the same Divine potential. From fields like metaphysics, neuro linguistic programming, and quantum physics, for example, we learn that there is so much science behind our thoughts, beliefs, words, energy, emotions, and actions. In fact, it's all echoed in psychology, spirituality, and in religion as well. Celebrities are simply those who have tapped into that power and used it to shine brightly, becoming real-life stars illuminating the way right here with us on earth. They’ve aligned with their higher selves- their unique gifts- and have manifested a life that reflects the fullness of human potential. (Even if they're not sure how they did it!) A Shared Dream, A Separate Journey When we observe celebrities, we’re witnessing what happens when people fully align with their divine power. They shine like stars, shedding light on what’s truly possible when we believe in the limitless. Celebrities are not separate from us—they are just the ones who took that extra step, who stayed focused and committed to their dreams - both mentally and emotionally. In the end, we all have that exact same potential - to achieve whatever calls each of us - not necessarily, "fame" - but definitely our purpose! We all have the power to become stars in our own right, manifesting our own dreams and living deliberately in our purpose. But only some of us choose to fully embrace that power. The ones who do - They achieve. And in that achievement, they often stand apart from the rest of the world. But they are not apart in their essence. They are simply reminders of what’s possible for all of us. What You Can Look Forward To In the coming blog posts, I’ll dive into my perspective of the stories behind the stars—celebrities who have aligned with their purpose and faced challenges often without our compassion or grace. We’ll talk about stars like Beyoncé’s daughter, Blue Ivy Carter, who has faced criticism over her appearance and stage presence despite being just 12 years old. Simone Biles, who, despite becoming the most decorated gymnast in history, has faced backlash for prioritizing her mental health over competing at the Olympics. Taylor Swift, constantly under the microscope, is navigating public opinions about her relationships and the power dynamics of her mega-successful career. These individuals - and more - have faced immense challenges yet remain aligned with their gifts, allowing them to rise above the noise and continue to shine (as far as we can see). In this blog, I’ll be sharing stories like these and many more—from top-tier celebrities to lesser-known but equally brilliant stars. We’ll talk about the human potential, the metaphysical connections, and how self-esteem, abundance, and alignment play a critical role in achieving greatness. My goal is to create a space where we stop gossiping and spewing negativity outward,  and start supporting and feeling inspired inwardly. While reading, you'll pick up tools you can use for your own life to help you shine in your own personal stardom too - you deserve that! This blog is about much more than fame—it’s about understanding the fullness of human potential and how we can all tap into it. It’s 100% NOT about idolizing celebrities!! It's 100% NOT about treating them like they are infallible creatures, more perfect than anyone else. And it's 100% NOT about defending or justifying bad behavior!! (Read that again) What this blog is about—is seeing our fellow human beings as human beings  and taking a perspective that allows others to be, grow, and achieve in limitlessly Divine ways. It's about all of us learning to live with greater compassion for each other - AND OURSELVES - with far less judgment. And most of all, we are here to learn from each other just how limitless we really are in this world. Wait til you find out, what you thought was the ceiling, will soon become your floor. DISCLAIMER This is not medical advice and should not be treated as such. 💪OVERCOME ANYTHING AND ACHIEVE EVERYTHING💪 Get unique tools that work!! - at my next Global Online Masterclass. If you are a celebrity or a person considered to be in a high profile position, reach out to me to book a one-on-one, in-person concierge coaching session  with me, anywhere in the w orld. Written by: Dr. Simone Alicia , Ph.D., The Self Esteem Doctor "Reprogramming negative thinking and limited beliefs to help you overcome anything and achieve everything!" Doctor of Philosophy - with a specialization in Holistic Life Coaching Certified Neuro-Linguistic Programming Practitioner Certified Metaphysical Practitioner Honorary Doctor of Divinity Member of The International Metaphysical Ministry Member of The Association for Integrative Psychology International Personal Development Expert Founder & Coach at TSED Academy TV Subject Matter Expert Award Winning Motivational Speaker *** Local: 754.229.9309 (South Florida) Toll Free: 1-888-490-7484 ext. 500 Email:   Simone@TSEDacademy.com About:   www.TheSelfEsteemDoctor.com Online Academy:   www.TSEDacademy.com Follow on   Instagram  or Facebook