My Journey with FORCE Magazine – Turning Struggles into Strength and Stories into Change
- Brainz Magazine
- May 8
- 3 min read
Written by Cindy Witteman, Founder/CEO/Editor-in-Chief
Cindy Witteman is a multi-award-winning author, speaker, and founder dedicated to empowering others through storytelling, action, and impact. She inspires change as the creator of Little Give TV Show, FORCE Magazine, and the Nonprofit Driving Single Parents Inc.
If someone had told me years ago that I would be a five-time bestselling author, a founder of a nonprofit, and the Editor-in-Chief of an international magazine, I’m not sure I would have believed them. My journey hasn’t always been easy. In fact, it’s been anything but. But every challenge I’ve faced has shaped the purpose-driven life I’m so grateful to live today.
As a single mom, there were moments when I felt like I was barely holding it all together. I know firsthand what it’s like to feel overwhelmed, under-resourced, and still determined to keep going. Those struggles became the spark that fueled my mission to help others. I didn’t just want to survive. I wanted to build something that would help other people thrive too.
In 2017, I founded Driving Single Parents Inc., a nonprofit that provides reliable vehicles to single parents completely free of charge. I knew that transportation wasn’t just a convenience. It was a necessity. For so many parents, not having a car means missed work, missed school drop-offs, and missed opportunities. I wanted to change that, and I’m proud to say we’ve helped dozens of families regain their freedom and stability.
But something else was tugging at me. I felt a deep desire to amplify the voices of others who are making a difference in the world.
That’s when FORCE Magazine was born.
FORCE stands for Fulfillment, Outreach, Radiate, Contribute, and Empowerment, five core values that I try to live by and celebrate in others. I created the magazine as a space to shine a light on everyday heroes. People who are using their gifts, passions, and experiences to make the world a better place.
Today, FORCE Magazine is available in 13 countries, both in print and digital, and sold by major retailers like Amazon, Walmart, and Barnes & Noble. We’ve featured so many inspiring individuals, and with each story we share, I see the ripple effect of empowerment grow stronger.
Alongside the magazine, I also host the “Little Give” TV show and my podcast, “Is Manifesting Bullshit?” Both platforms give me the chance to connect with amazing people and dig into real, honest conversations about life, purpose, and the little things that make a big impact.
I like to think of myself as an Action Mastery Specialist, someone who helps people go from dreaming to doing. Whether it’s writing a book, starting a nonprofit, or simply gaining clarity on the next step, I love being part of that journey with others. I know what it feels like to want more from life, and I’ve learned that even the smallest actions can lead to massive transformation.
I’ve been honored to receive awards like the Trailblazer Award and multiple International Impact Book Awards, and while those recognitions are humbling, what matters most to me are the lives touched along the way.
At the heart of it all is my family. I’m incredibly blessed with a blended family of six children and five beautiful grandchildren. They are my “why” and my constant source of strength and joy. And yes, I’m also a beekeeper. There’s something grounding about tending to the bees. They remind me that hard work, community, and purpose go hand in hand.
Everything I do through FORCE Magazine, my nonprofit, my shows, and my coaching is rooted in a simple belief: everyone has the power to be a force for good. You don’t need a big stage or a fancy title to make a difference. Sometimes, all it takes is one small act of kindness, one shared story, one brave step forward.
That’s the kind of world I want to help build. And that’s the story I hope FORCE continues to tell.
If you or someone you know has a story that deserves to be shared, I invite you to be part of the FORCE community. Visit ForceMagazine to learn more about how you can be featured in an upcoming issue.
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Cindy Witteman, Founder/CEO/Editor-in-Chief
Cindy Witteman is an award-winning author, speaker, and Action Mastery Specialist passionate about helping others create impact and live with purpose. As the founder of Driving Single Parents Inc., creator of the Little Give TV Show, and Editor-in-Chief of FORCE Magazine, she empowers people worldwide to turn challenges into triumphs. Cindy is also a proud mom, Nonna, and advocate for giving back, believing that even the smallest acts of kindness can create a lasting ripple effect. Through her work, she continues to inspire others to embrace possibilities, take bold action, and write their own success stories.
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