Bump In The Road

Molly's vision board was outrageous. So was her success. What inspired her to build a national organization to help others? Her story is one of riches to rags and back again. With a few bumps along the way. The full story (pictures, background and more) at BumpInTheRoad.us Special thanks to CVSHealth for their support.

Dave Bjork was a healthy young man pursuing his banking career when he came down with what seemed like pneumonia. But it was lung cancer. Medicine saved Dave's life, but that life was forever changed. The experience led to a change of careers and his podcast, The Research Evangelist, which covers medical professionals who are "Brilliant but not famous." This is a great story, celebrating research,...

Anne Lorimor is setting records. At 89 years old, Anne became the oldest person to climb Kilimanjaro. Anne's goals aren't limited to mountain climbing. She draws upon her homeless youth, health challenges and more to give back through her charity Creating Exciting Futures, which offers a hand up to orphan and disadvantaged youth. Anne is pure inspiration. Enjoy. The full story is at BumpInTheRoad....

When Eric's daughter Zoi committed suicide it sent his life into a tailspin. How does one recover from such an event? Does one? Eric worked through years and layers of grief until he decided to turn the experience from: "Why did this happen to me to Why is this happening FOR me." My conversation with Eric reaches deep into the heart to explore how we all heal. The full story at BumpInTheRoad.us Sp...

Chris Lewis is an international business man turned cancer advocate in the UK. Drawing upon his own experiences with a deadly blood cancer, he created a charity called SimPal that provides wireless connection for people going through cancer treatments. Cancer Poverty, ie loss of jobs and income, is a serious issue for many patients. His goal is to help people stay connected when they most need it....

Do you have PinkSocks? The PinkSocks movement comprises everyone from school children to astronauts. They're about gifting, kindness and connection. Join me with Nick Adkins, the Co-Founder of this global movement. Read more at BumpInTheRoad.us Special thanks to CVSHealth for their support #PinkSocks #BumpInTheRoad

Terry Tucker's life journey has taken him some amazing places. In this podcast he shares some of his wisdom for living because: "You Were Born To Live An Uncommon And Extraordinary Life" For the full story, visit BumpInTheRoad.us Special thanks to CVSHealth for their support

This is one of those conversations that made me stop in my tracks. It's so full of strength, love and perseverance. Mary Beth Collins' son Josh was diagnosed with a very rare cancer at the age of two. Through chemo, surgery and a bone marrow transplant, Josh was declared NDE (No Evidence of Disease). But the journey was far from over. This is the story of a mother's love and care over 2 decades. M...

Deborah Dubree rose from a receptionist's job to become the CEO/owner of a $20 million commercial construction company. Now she helps others in their quest to achieve. Deborah combines neuroscience, social-emotional intelligence, positive psychology, neuro-gamification and more to help her clients wire themselves for excellence. In this podcast, she has some hints for you too. More at BumpInTheRoa...

Bill received his first camera, a Brownie Hawkeye, at age 12. His strength, he says are capturing people. And in his book New Beginnings: The Triumphs of 120 Cancer Survivors Bill Aron tells the stories of parents, patients, pain, hope, despair and spirituality that plumb the very soul of humanity. Whether one has cancer or not, the stories in this book provide a hope filled path for living. Read...

"How you understand death directly determines how you experience life." -Mary Neal, MD Mary Neal is a spine surgeon and a scientist. But her world view was radically changed when she had a Near Death Experience (NDE) on a kayak expedition in Chile. This is her story. More info at www. BumpInTheRoad.us Special thanks to CVSHealth for their suppor

At 32 years old, Angela Maxwell had a wonderful life. But something was missing. A story about an inmate that walked the jail yard, and walked the equivalent of an around the world trip, intrigued her. And so it was she decided to walk around the world. More info at www. BumpInTheRoad.us Special thanks to CVS Health for their support

Chris Bordoni is a high achieving individual. Whether it's sports, prestigious universities or corporate jobs, success has been a defining element of Chris' path. But more than a few health oriented bumps in the road, including a stage 4 cancer diagnosis at the age of 30, derailed his high flying corporate consulting career and sent him on a quest for a new path forward. For more info, visit www....

David RIchman is an endurance athlete. After losing his sister to brain cancer, David found himself in emotional chaos. His relationships fell apart, and his life changed dramatically. On a quest to sort things out, he set off on a 5,000 mile bike trip across the country, in a quest for his own answers and truths. More info at www. BumpInTheRoad.us Special thanks to CVSHealth for their support.

Mental health is a silent epidemic and Jesse Cody is on a mission to do something about it. Jesse has struggled with his own mental health, battling depression and even considering suicide. But he decided he wanted to live. And he wanted a life of meaning. But to find it, he'd needed a change. So it was that this city boy (New York and Boston) headed off to hike the 2200 mile long Appalachian Trai...

lllness is lonely for both patients and caregivers. And when the illness is rare, connecting with others who might understand is difficult at best. Bennett Barrow learned this first hand when his daughter and wife were both diagnosed with Hypophosphatasia (HPP). His response? An app that connects people when they need it most. More info at www. BumpInTheRoad.us Special thanks to CVSHealth for thei...

In 2004 Nancy went to the hospital with what she suspected was appendicitis. But it turned out to be stage 4 ovarian cancer with a very grim prognosis. So started a journey that would change Nancy's life and through her efforts and generosity, would impact the lives of many more. This conversation is so full of heart and wisdom. Enjoy! More info at www. BumpInTheRoad.us Special thanks to CVS Healt...

Every bump in the road involves change, challenge and hopefully evolution. But it's not always welcomed. Bill Eckstrom's experience is the perfect example. He was fired from his affluent corporate job. With kids facing college, a mortgage and the loss of significant income and benefits, the last thing he valued was discomfort. But from that discomfort, came growth. Read and hear more at www. BumpI...

Naimah discovered a bump on her neck, which led to a diagnosis of Hodgkins lymphoma. "That started the beautiful chaos of my cancer journey." After treatment, she found joy in life at every turn. She found her dream job; she learned to fly. But she was haunted by a changed perception of time and the question that wouldn't go away: "Do I have enough time?" More at www. BumpInTheRoad.us Special than...

Caregiving impacts so many of us. Emotionally it's draining. Psychologically it's isolating. And it impacts everyone in the family. But caregiving isn't the domain of the aged, as Ronna learned when her 17 year old son was suddenly diagnosed with three autoimmune problems, any one of which would have been difficult to manage. Learn more at www. BumpInTheRoad.us Special thanks to CVSHealth for thei...

The Edge of Adventure with Adam Asher is an exciting new travel series unlike any you've seen before. As your host and guide, Adam takes you to some of the most remote locations on the planet—in search of adventure and purpose. "We are destined for more than the routine." Check out www. BumpInTheRoad.us for a more in depth look and conversation with Adam Asher. Special thanks to CVSHealth for thei...

May marks the one year anniversary of Bump In The Road. To celebrate, I've put together a collection of some of the most popular posts. Each is a story of hope, perseverance, courage, resilience and the willingness to face change. And in each story is the inspiration of using a bump in the road as a portal into a more conscious and meaningful life. Visit www. BumpInTheRoad.us for more Special than...

Darryll is an ex-athlete, entrepreneur, pastor, a speaker and a suicide survivor. Through drug addiction and multiple suicide attempts, Darryll struggled with life until some professional help and an epitome turned him around: "I would rather be real and be rejected than be fake and accepted." Learn more at www. BumpInTheRoad.us and join as a Bump II member ($5/month) to hear part two of the conve...

Mountains have a certain romance. And some danger. Hiking the Grand Tetons offers both adventure and risk. Its rugged landscape, high altitudes, steep trails and snow fields that can last through he summer months offer challenge for the ultra-fit. But even then, there can be a bump in the road. Visit www. BumpInTheRoad.us for the full story Special thanks to CVSHealth for their support.

Barbara Harris Whitfield's life changed when she died. At 32 years old, she was seriously disabled and had no motivation to live. What ensued was a series of near death experiences (NDE) that changed everything. Visit www. BumpInTheRoad.us for the full story Special thanks to CVS Health for their support