Rietta Boksha

How to Deal When the Shit Gets Real Podcast

Society EN ↓ 222 episodes

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.

Author

Rietta Boksha

Category

Society

Latest episode

May 29, 2026

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Episodes

From Officer to NLP Practitioner with Jan Ferguson 15.04.2022

Today we sit down and chat with Jan.  He shares with us experiences and stories from his 35 years in law enforcement.  What got him interested in being an NLP Practitioner and how he has kept his sanity all these years.  Jan has some advice you are going to want to hear! Want to connect with Jan?  You can do so at the link below. https://janf360.com

Facets of Love with Renee 01.04.2022

Today we talk with Renee as she takes us through her journey of divorce after 19 years of marriage.  She talks about coping with her anger, learning hollestic modalities to heal and writing a book! If you are ready to embodied the Rising Phoenix this episode is for you! You can order Renee's book: Facets of Love: A Guide for Every Lost Woman Desperate for a Life of Full Authentic Embodiment , at t...

The Day My Vagina Broke with Stephanie Thompson 18.03.2022

Today we talked with author and fellow podcast host Stephanie Thompson.  Steph walks us through her birthing experiences, what she has had to deal with since and the amazing community she has created, The Brave Mumma.  If you are looking to feel inspired and lifted this is the podcast for you! You can find both Steph's amazing podcast: The Lowdown with Bravemumma and her honest book: The Day My Va...

Surviving Son with Scott DeLuzio 05.03.2022

Today we talk with veteran and gold star brother Scott DeLuzio.  He takes us through his call to serve after 9/11 and his struggle with survivors guilt and PTSD brough on by his brothers death.  His story will give you goosebumps. You can purchase Scott's book, Surviving Son: An Afghanistan War Veteran Reveals His Nightmare of Becoming a Gold Star Brother on Amazon. Just click the link below. http...

2 Years of Shitnanigans 18.02.2022

Today Connie and Rietta talk about their first 2 years!  Who some of their favorite guests have been, what the future holds and some of their own when shit got real moments!  Tune in to get personal with your two favorite crazy cousins. 

Autism and Seizures with James Scott 04.02.2022

Today we welcome back our previous guest James. He talks more with us about his son Carter, who has Autism and has recently started experiencing seizures.  He gives us all the insight and what it's like trying to take care of a non-verbal kiddo when sick.

Age Gap Romance with Leighann Hart 21.01.2022

Today we talk with wonderful author Leighann Hart.  She shares with us her romance writing journey including her own!  She doesn't just write age gap she lives it.  This is a fun episode you don't want to miss.  If you are interested in reading Leighann's book you can find them below! https://www.amazon.com/Leighann-Hart/e/B08TCB7VS4?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2&qid=1642786869&sr=8-2

TAG with Chris DT Gordon 07.01.2022

Today we talked with Chris DT Gordon.  Chris walks us through a surprising and difficult diagnosis.  What TAG is and why you need it in your life, and of course how he deals when the shit gets real.  Chris also is an author, has his own podcast called Scar Bearers and a shop where you can pick up some inspirational wear! Chris's energy and love for life will have you bouncing out of your chair.  Y...

40: Own It Empire with Heather Chapman 19.11.2021

Today we talk with the wonderful Heather Chapman.  She is the owner of Own It Empire, a podcast host, author and Holistic High Performance & Business Coach.  She covers a wide range of topics including a holistic approach to spinal cord injuries.  Come learn all the things from Heather.  Looking to connect with her?  You can do so at any of the following link including listening to her very own po...

39: Invictus Life with Russell Creed 12.11.2021

Today we talk with Russell about his journey with primary sclerosing cholangitis also know as PSC.  He talks to us about his symptoms and what it was like battling fatigue while trying to help take care of his wife and five children.  Luckily, Russell was able to receive a life changing liver transplant.  He is now the founder of Invictus Life where he helps men find purpose and mindset. Looking t...

38: Military Mastermind with Don Gleason 05.11.2021

Today we talk with Don about his time in the Air Force.  He also goes into how he has impacted the environment and using the mastermind concept to help military members transition into civilian life.  Don is a smart cookie and you don't want to miss his advice! Looking to connect with Don?  You can do so at either of the links below! www. AchieveNewHeights.com Don Gleason - Executive Director of T...

37: Spinal Cord Injury with Marjorie Aunos 29.10.2021

Today we talk with Majorie about handling motherhood after she was in a traumatic car accident.  She experienced a life changing spinal cord injury but that never stopped her from being there for her son and herself.  Majorie will leave you feeling oh so inspired. Majorie's book Mom on Wheels: The Power of Purpose for a Parent with Paraplegia will be published on May 31st 2022.  You can preorder a...

36: Convicted with Jeffrey Deskovic 22.10.2021

Today Jeffrey talks to us about being wrongfully convicted at the tender age of 16.  He was charged with the rape and murder of a fellow high school student, convicted and sentence to prison at 17.  He spent the next 16 years in jail before finally being exonerated through DNA testing.  Now an attorney and the founder of the Deskovic Foundation he works to help others in the same situation.  His s...

35: Warrior Goddess Fitness with Tabitha Martin 15.10.2021

Today we talked to Tabitha about her battle with PCOS and losing her infant son.  She brings us on her amazing transformation of finding herself and how she developed a love for fitness.  She now helps others find the balance between fitness, nutrition and emotional health.   If you would like to connect with Tabitha you can do so at any of the following links! https://www.warriorgoddess.fit https...

34: Living Life with Lauren Dreher 08.10.2021

Today we talk with Lauren about growing up with scars and how that influenced her to become a mindset coach.  She learned to accept herself and step outside her comfort zone to help others in similar situations.  She is also working to become a public speaker so she can take her story worldwide.  If you want to get in touch with Lauren you can do so at her website below.  https://livelifewithlaure...

33: Relationship Ready with Mr. Jay 01.10.2021

Today we talk with Mr. Jay who is a Betrayal Trauma Practitioner and Intrapersonal Relationship Coach.  He shares with us the importance of getting real in all your relationships and how his difficult and traumatic childhood made him into the person he is today.  He is an author of a children's book,  I Am Loved Right Where I Am, and an adoptive father showing that  life is exactly what you make o...

32: Lungitude with Gordon Jenkins 24.09.2021

Today we talk with Gordon about his amazing foundation, The Lungitude Foundation.  He started Lungitude after his wife Wendy received a double lung transplant.  We also cover what it's like being a caregiver, writing a book with dyslexia and Banfi the duck.  This episode will leave you awe inspired!  If you are looking to connect with Gordon or are interested in donating to Lungitude you can do so...

31: A Call to Action with Paul Forchione 17.09.2021

Today we talk with Paul Forchione about growing up with Cerebral Palsy.  Diagnosed at a young age Paul's mother was told he would never walk.  Today he not only walks, he enjoys playing baseball and is an inspiring mindset coach.  He offers some amazing advice to our listeners you won't want to miss! If you are interested in contacting Paul you can do so at his website below.  https://acalltoactio...

30: One Week to Your Health with Alka Chopra 10.09.2021

Today we talk with Alka about the importance of the food you eat, how to reduce stress and some tips on being more effective in the kitchen.  You can find tips, tricks and even some crafting on Alka's YouTube channel! She also challenges you to try One Week to Your Health.  Will you accept?? Click the link below. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIbvOkrwq_avTtf8vQPy5Gg 

29: Rapid Transformation Therapy with Arame Ndoye 03.09.2021

Today we talk with Arame about Rapid Transformation Therapy.  She goes into the benefits of RTT, using hypnosis for healing and what life was like for her growing up in Senegal.  Arame is full of passion and joy and you will feel it during her entire interview.  If you are interested in RTT and connected with Arame you can do so on her website. https://aramendoye.com

28: Flying High with Bobby Hedglin-Taylor 27.08.2021

Today we get real with Bobby about life as a trapeze artist, becoming an author and losing his mom during Covid.  Even after everything he hasn't lost his sense of humor including writing an amazing book called, "Shit My Mama Says."  If you are looking for some laughs and a recipe for limoncello tiramisu this episode is for you! You can find Bobby's Book, "Shit My Mama Says" on Amazon at the link...

27: Influencing Cleft Mom with Elizabeth Houlihan 20.08.2021

Today we talk to Elizabeth about being an influencer and how she balances being a wife and mother.  She also talks about her first son Patrick who has born with a cleft lip and palette.  Their journey is an amazing one and it will leave you feeling empowered. If you would like to connect with Elizabeth you can do so on Instagram @mamahouli_

26: Southern Sweet and Sassy with Melissa Green 13.08.2021

Today we talked with Melissa about her roast to table coffee company, Southern Sweet and Sassy.  She discusses being a business owner, life as a military spouse and of course all things coffee.  If you are interested in purchasing Melissa's coffee click the link below and enjoy! https://southernsweetandsassyllc.com

25: Business, Life and Loss with Megan Slaton 06.08.2021

Today we talk with Megan about life as a Marine spouse, being a business owner and having a son on the Autism spectrum.  Megan has manage to not only create a business but a successful one during the pandemic while still taking care of 3 kids.  She even dives deep and talks with us about having a miscarriage and letting our listeners know they are not alone.  Megan will leave you feeling inspired!...

24: Coffee and Condolences with Wesley Parker 30.07.2021

Today we talked to Wesley about his journey through foster care.  How he became emancipated and his current career working with incarcerated youth.  Wesley is also an independent author of two amazing books.  You can purchase both of Wesley's books on Amazon at the links below.  Even though his journey hasn't been the easiest he has kept his humor intact.  This episode will keep you laughing. http...

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