Straight Talk with Maria Cestaro: Recent Episodes

Maria Cestaro

Real Life, STRAIGHT Talk on Health, Love & Money

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Here’s what you tell the people who don’t believe in you.


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When I found out I had an autoimmune disease. Do you have an autoimmune disease?


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Today we are going to continue the conversation about network marketing. Let's talk about laying the foundation in a network marketing business, why it is important, and how it sets you up for long term success! 


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Why is network marketing attractive? When speaking to people at events or even through social media, they are so quick to judge network marketing companies but after speaking with them, I see there is a pattern. Most people just do not understand what network marketing is and why is such an attractive business opportunity. In this week's episode, our host Maria talks through what the fulfillment center is, why is it important, and why it is a game changer in business. Stay tuned! 


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When you hear the words "Network Marketing" what is the first thing that pops in your head? Most people think pyramid scheme! In this week's episode our host Maria dives deep into this topic of network marketing and why choosing the right company to partner with is critical! Stay Tuned! 


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Are you looking for a second job to make more money for your family? It's never a bad thing to want more for your family but I am here to tell you... getting a second job is not the way. In this week's episode our host Maria talks about why trading your time for money only is keeping you away from your family and that there is a better way! 


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Can you break down what you really want in your life? Have you ever felt the feeling inside you that makes you say I need to try this? Most people go through life having no idea of what they really want. In this week's episode, Maria shares some insight on how you can make a change.


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Were you ever traumatized as a child? We all have dealt with trauma in our lives and trauma for everyone looks a little different. When dealing with trauma it holds you back from believing in yourself! In this episode, host Maria Cestaro, shares stories from her own life and how she has overcome several traumatic experiences in her life.


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Are you in the right relationship? Often times, we forget why we got into a relationship in the first place! In this week's episode, Maria discusses how to remember why you feel in love with this person and now to get back to that loving place. Stay Tuned! 


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Do you ever feel you are suffocating? There is so much going on in the world that sometimes it feels like we just can't deal with another day. In this week's episode, Maria talks about the effects of inflation, how you can change your outlook, and find the positive! Stay Tuned!


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Is the fear of failure holding you back from achieving success? I'm sorry to say my friends, but you have to fail to succeed!!! In this week's episode, Maria shares a few stories inspiring stories of people who wouldn't quit which lead to massive success. Stay tune! 


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Are you living paycheck to paycheck? Right now, there is inflation everywhere. From our groceries to the price of gasoline. But the only thing that hasn't increased is your paycheck, right? So how do we survive in this state of inflation? Maria answers that question and more in this weeks episode! 


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Criticism can be a tough pill to swallow. But what if you learned how to embrace it rather than reject it? Criticism can help you grow, push you and make you better! In this week's episode, Maria shares 15 reasons to embrace criticism! 


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Do you often fall victim to your circumstances? Is your first thought "why me"? Things happen in life. You may go through a divorce, something tragic may happen. You can either lay down or you can get up and fight through it! In this week's episode of Straight Talk, host Maria talks about how you can start taking owning your life and simple things you can do to change your mindset around the victim mentality. 


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How many of you struggle with fear? There has been numerous times in my own life that the overwhelming feeling of fear when I thought of the things I wanted to accomplish in life. In this episode, I will share some of my own personal fears that I have overcome and exactly how I overcame them. Stay tuned! 


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Are you controlled by your emotions? I know, as a women this is one of the biggest questions I see people are asking! In this episode, host Maria Cestaro talks about the 7 signs that you are being controlled by your emotions. Stay Tuned! 


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When you go onto any social media platform you are faced with other peoples filtered highlight reels. Are you putting a filter on your everyday life? Are you seeing things are they truly are? In this episode of Straight Talk, Maria talks about the importance of seeing things as they are! Stay Tuned!


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Let's talk the younger generations. At the time this episode is being recorded I am 50 years old and I've been spending time talking with the younger generations. They are the ones that are shaping the future, right?! I keep seeing a theme that I want to share with you in this episode and to give you a little hint... It's all about work ethic!! Stay tuned.


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Finite versus Infinite. What does that mean? Well, let's take a baseball game for example. You know the rules and the players. You know there will be an end result! A team will win and a team will loose. With infinite there really are no set team players. You do not know what the end result maybe. And that is a lot like business. In this week's episode, Maria discusses the ups and downs that come with being a business owner and how you can prepare for it! 


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Have you every had an authority figure make you feel less than? I think we all have been in a situation like that in our lives. Today, I want to talk to you about how to make you be an empathetic leader. How to speak to your team, your employee's or even your fellow co-workers and say hey, are you ok? Say Tuned! 


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How do you get to where you want to be in your life? You have to have a plan, then goals along that path that you want to achieve! In this week's episode, Maria discusses the importance of writing your goals down, having a plan to achieve them, and how to actually manifest them! 


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Do you know what you want to be when you grow up? As kids nothing interfered with our thoughts and dreams! As we grow up our dreams change. We no longer want to be a princess or an astronaut. We want things like financial independence or our children to be healthy!   In this episode, Maria shares her dreams, both long term and short, and how you can start to dream again! 


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There are many things you can do to have a successful home based business, but first choosing the right home based business is the key to it all! In this week's episode, Maria breaks down exactly what you need to do and have in place before choosing a home based business! 


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This is a very special episode the Straight Talk! Maria interviewed the founder of the team Overcome Nation, Rick Gutman. During this conversation Maria and Rick talk about the importance of multiple income streams, how to chose the right team within a network marketing company, and so much more. 


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Do you need to learn how to value your time? I believe our most valuable commodity is our time. How are you spending it? In this week's episode, Maria shares exactly how you can start making the most out of your time! 


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A warning shot is something that is going to make you aware that something is going to happen! How many times have you put off something that is important to you? What if there was no warning shot and life is over.. There is no tomorrow. In today's episode, let's deep dive into what it would look like if we really started living for today.


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If you are prepared you do not fear. I am finding more and more people are not prepared for life in general!! I remember when I started my first business, I though oh how difficult could this possibly be? I learned so many life lessons while building this new business. In this episode, let's talk about how you can prepare and have the tools ready for whatever life throws at you. 


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Skills are not enough to get you to success. There is ONE thing you need to be successful in life and in business! In this episode, Maria talks in detail about the one thing that may surprise you! 


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In this week's episode, let's take time to have an honest chat about the things we all are seeing going on in the world and what we can do to change our lives! 


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Do you have a purpose? What most people think that they have nothing to offer. There are so many opportunities out there for you! In this week's episode, we are going to jog your memory of what you are naturally good at and help you rediscover your purpose in life.


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Have you ever felt like you are stuck on a hamster wheel? Feeling like something has to change. It's easy to blame others, blame your past, blame your circumstances but the truth is... The only person that can change your life is you! In this week's episode, let's talk about how to rediscover your passion for life, a few questions you can ask yourself today to help you reignite your life. Stay tuned!


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Are you having high hopes for the New Year? Today, we talking about how to implement the changes you want to make in 2022! 


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The New Year is upon us, so many times when a new year is coming, the desire to make change is there, but yet you're still living the same old story. Many times people come to the end of December, and realize they have not changed a thing and it becomes a depressive situation. In today's episode, Maria shares a little bit of her story and how she overcame this cycle and how you can too!


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Do you hold yourself accountable with regret? In life, we often do not realize how much we are holding on to regrets and how that affects us in our day to day lives! Stay Tuned!


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Do you have a life plan? Have you intentionally sat down and let yourself dream? When I was younger, I didn't know what it meant to have a plan. Graduating high school, I had no idea what I was going to do with the rest of my life and it went on like this through my 30's.

Looking back I just wish someone gave me a plan, a little something to get me started. I hope that is exactly what this episode is for you!! Stay tuned.


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What is dating really about? Are you rushing the dating process? In this week's episode, Maria is answering your relationship questions! Stay tuned.


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Let's talk about financial wellness! Are you feeling like you are in a good place financially? Or are you feeling nauseated when you look at your bank account? In this week's episode, let's talk about the pillars of financial wellness to help you get on track.


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When I hear someone say "I struggle with anxiety" my first thought is always what is the route cause! Anxiety is a symptom of something you are feeling anxious about. In this week's episode, we dive deep into anxiety, what it's about, and how I recently have dealt with it myself.


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How many of you out there could use a little extra cash especially with the holidays coming up. So many times I think back on my life, I went through some heavy things and one of them being BROKE. I mean no money. In this episode, I share very personal stories of my relationship with money. Stay tuned!


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This is something I feel will really hit home with women. Even if it's awkward for us, we will bend over backwards to help someone else!  It puts us in a constant hamster wheel of constantly helping others. In this episode, we help you find the line of helping people and being a people pleaser.  This is one you do not want to miss. Stay tuned! 


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Straight Talk with the Breakthrough Coach on Passions to Problems


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Here's just a quick "shot in the arm" to get your belief in yourself back on the rise.


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Learn how I found out at an early age how my body responded to stress.

My story and some tips before taking medication.


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Yes, I am a Coach.  And I have studied relationships.  However, it wasn't until I went through the worst of the worst experiences of those who played mental games, manipulated me, cheated on me, lied to me and finally defeated me where I finally found my voice.  Listen to this episode of some of my story and some red flags to pay attention to.


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Real life talk.


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