Rietta Boksha
How to Deal When the Shit Gets Real Podcast
A storytelling podcast about resilience, growth and navigating life’s hardest seasons. How to Deal When the Shit Gets Real is where honest conversations unfold about the moments that change us. Each episode features real people sharing their journeys through grief, trauma, adversity and the challenges that reshape who we are. This show isn’t about perfection or pretending everything is fine. It’s about what happens when life cracks open — and how we find strength on the other side. If you’ve ever felt lost, overwhelmed, broken, or unsure how to move forward, these conversations are for you.
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Rietta Boksha
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Latest episode
May 29, 2026
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Episodes
Buffie Phillips: Surgeries and Predators 06.09.2024 1:02:38
Buckle up as I am starting Season 7 with a bang! Buffie talks about handling her daughters' medical conditions that started before she was even born. That doesn't even include her medical concerns, between the two of them they have had a total of 14 surgeries. To top it all off, Buffie found out that after 9 years of marriage her husband, now X was a pedophile. This is one strong woman and...
22. Spiritual Guidance with Laurén 16.08.2024 1:09:10
Today we talk with Laurén about all things spiritual including affirmations, manifestations, and quantum jumping! She has some deep thoughts and guidance you do not want to miss! If you want to connect with Laurén you can do so at the following link. Website: https://www.laurenjanelle.co IG: https://www.instagram.com/laurenjanelleco?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Ti...
21. The Messy Medium with Terr Cacilia 02.08.2024 45:18
Today we talk with intuitive psychic medium and death worker Terr Cacilia. She shares what it was like growing up seeing dead people and how she turned that into a full blown career! She also dives into her childhood with an alcoholic father and how she dealt with the shit got real! If you are interested in connecting with Terr you can do at the following links. IG: https://www.instagram.com/terrc...
20. Struggles and Summits with Jeff Higgins 12.07.2024 57:31
Today Rietta talks with Jeff about going from the lowest point in his life, to one of the highest. Jeff dealt with immense loss, carrying the death of a friend and battling with addiction. He not only managed to forgive himself but turn his life around. This is an episode that will remind you anything is possible! If you would like to connect with Jeff you can do so at the following link! https://...
19. Who Am I Really with Damon Davis 21.06.2024 1:02:19
Today we talk with Damon, the host and owner of the Who Am I Really podcast. As an adopted person himself, he is passionate about adoption and every person's story. Damon shares his adoption story with us and it is incredible! You do not want to miss it! If you want to connect with Damon or learn more about his podcast you can do so at the following link. https://whoamireallypodcast.com
18. Voice by Maria Pendolino 07.06.2024 44:41
Today we talk with Maria about how she started her voice acting career. She also takes us on her disability journey and what changes need to be made to make this world accessible for ALL! If you want to get in touch with Maria you can do so on her website: voicebymaria.com
17. Casual Convos with the Cousins 31.05.2024 21:22
Today is our last Causal Convos episode for the summer. We will still be posting guest episodes but bi-weekly just for the summertime. We hope everyone has a wonderful summer and please let us know if you enjoy these bonus episodes or not! Today we talk about summer plans and vacation! Let us know where your next trip is!
16. Nervous System Regulation and Brain Retraining with Catherine LifeDesigns 24.05.2024 49:03
Today we talk with Catherine from Life Design. She takes us on her healing journey of going from being diagnosed with over 30 diagnoses to being completely healed! If you are looking for freedom and to heal from trauma you might not be even aware you have, this is an episode you can NOT miss. To get in touch with Catherine or to work with her directly please visit her website: https://catherinelif...
15. Screw Being Unhappy with Zuzana Mukumayi 10.05.2024 35:13
Today Rietta talks to Zuzana about growing up in Czechoslovakia and what brought her to Africa. She is now a coach who originally started working with interracial couples and now works with all sorts of people! She even has a podcast. If Screw Being Unhappy resonates with you, Zuzana is your girl! You can find Zuzana's information along with her podcast information below! Website: https://zuza...
14. Casual Convos with the Cousins 03.05.2024 14:12
Today Rietta and Connie talk about remote work and if that is the direction the world is headed and what their favorite episode has been so far this season. We love y'all Happy Friyay!
13. Aware and Prepared with Mandi Pratt 26.04.2024 31:56
Today we talk with Mandi about not only how she escaped a narcissistic and abusive marriage but what happened when the FBI knocked on her door! Mandi not only has her own podcast, she has written a book and is frequent speaker about domestic violence. You can find all the important links below! Aware and Prepared Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0lwhX1fPDClJoD78cDGdW9 Mandi's book: https...
12. Casual Convos with the Cousins 19.04.2024 25:50
Today we talk about Stitch Fix, our husbands and surviving dinosaurs. This episode really covers it all! *insert laughing emoji here*
11. Traveling Disasters and Crotched Kitties with Brianna Shade 12.04.2024 50:06
Today we talk to Brianna about all her traveling adventures. Her and her husband were mid travel when Covid hit and that wasn't that first thing to go wrong! Brianna also crotches the most adorable kitties including ones made from real kitty fur. If you would like to connect with Brianna or order one of her kitties you can do so at the links below! Website: https://kittenkazoedle.weebly.com/ I...
10. Casual Convos with the Cousins 05.04.2024 24:56
Today we talk about if large family vacations are a good idea or not. We also discuss how cancer is affecting our family and friends and working during the holidays. Be sure to listen and give us all the tips on how to take care of/handle close loved ones with cancer.
9. ClearMind with Alexandra Koptyaeva 22.03.2024 43:30
Today we talk with Alexandra about all things travel and all things mental health. Alexandra has used her ability to travel to connect with others and create a mental health resource - ClearMind Keyboard. She also gives tips on how to work remotely and travel! You definitely don't want to miss this.
8. Casual Convos with the Cousins 15.03.2024 17:45
Today Connie and Rietta recover from being sick as Connie looks for answers on handling toddler nap time. Be sure to give her all the advice! They also touch on the Oscars and upcoming holidays. Come hang out with us!
7. Navigating Neurodivergence with Stefan Glazer 23.02.2024 1:17:26
Today we talked with Stefan about his late-stage diagnosis of ADHD and how he spent some time homeless and living in his car. He gives great advice about how he handles his diagnosis and how he turned that into both a book and a successful podcast! If you would like to check out Stefan's podcast or his book, follow the links below! Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-neur...
6. Casual Convos with the Cousins 16.02.2024 24:42
Today Connie and Rietta talk about Valentine's Day and try to choose what three things they would take on a deserted island out of a list of ten. Be sure to share with us what three things you would choose! The list can be found on our IG account. Also, be sure to wish our fabulous Rietta a Happy Birthday!
5. Escaping Narcissism with Stephany Ann 09.02.2024 1:00:32
Today we talk with Stephany about how she escaped not one but two narcissist marriages. She provides red flags to look out for and other great tips to improve your outlook and your life. Be sure to listen in!
4. Casual Convos with the Cousins 02.02.2024 33:54
Today Connie and Rietta talk about movies, which TVs to avoid and Svengoolie! Do you know who Svengooglie is? Let us know in the comments! Don't worry we touch on other random things too. Come hang out with us. :)
3. Traveling and a TBI with Dani Rosenblad James 26.01.2024 38:08
Today we talked with Dani about all her travels including hitchhiking on the west coast. Dani also opens up about an accident she was lucky to walk away from and how she healed and still handles having a TBI. **Update** Dani has since published her first book since our chat. Check it out at the link below! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DHV2KQB7
2. Casual Convos with the Cousins 19.01.2024 26:14
Today Connie and Rietta start 2024 by talking about aging, skin care, and upcoming plans for the year. If there are topics you want Connie and Rietta to cover, e-mail them. Happy 2024 everyone!
1. BRCA Gene with Naomi Carmen 12.01.2024 1:11:32
We start the new year with the wonderful Naomi. She talks about her sister being diagnosed with cancer, finding out she has the BRCA gene, and how she was able to restart her life with purpose and love! If you are interested in getting involved with Naomi's non-profit, The Sassy Carmen Foundation, click the link below! https://www.sassycarmen.org/
8. Casual Convos with the Cousins 17.11.2023 15:49
Today we wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving! We talk about our plans, what we love about Thanksgiving and some of our fondest memories.
Mom Life Uncensored with Jess Serafini 10.11.2023 51:31
Today Jess is back to get real about motherhood. We hold nothing back when it comes to the good and the bad about being a mom. From not bonding, mom guilt and nightmarish difficulties of post partum to talk about it alllll. If you are a mom or soon to be mom this is dedicated to you!
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