Stories that Empower

https://traffic.libsyn.com/storiesthatempower/476_Tyler_Kania.mp3 Tyler is a suicide survivor and has experienced the anomalous trauma of sequential ruptured patellar tendons. His first book, The Maniac with No Knees, is an exciting memoir that follows his journey with undiagnosed bipolar disorder through an eclectic series of mania-driven misadventures He is currently working on a second book, a...

Photo credit: Kimarie Martin Photography https://traffic.libsyn.com/storiesthatempower/475_Marty_Ross-Dolen.mp3 Marty shares her memoir, a story of being raised by a mother in protracted mourning from the loss of her parents in an airline disaster. It explores Marty’s journey, from personal ways of coping as a child to the evolution of a mother-daughter relationship that matured over time. It&#823...

Despite her ability of helping others with feelings of not being good enough, Kristine felt unable to help herself. She reflected back on her childhood and recognized that the feeling was shame, which often begins in childhood. During this interview, Kristine dives into shame and how we can move to a point of empowerment. She… Continue reading 474 Kristine Jensen

Jennifer navigated a very challenging circumstance in her early 20s. She rediscovered herself and regained her confidence. Today, she helps others to express their souls in their work and life. Jennifer shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: https://jenntodling.com tags: Jennifer Todling, author, speaker, executive coach, business executive, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empower...

Jean-Francois (J.F.) Benoist has been counseling people struggling with addiction, mental health, and relationship issues for over twenty years. JF specializes in helping people quiet their negative inner voices and develop a transformative mindset for lasting change. He shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: https://www.jfbenoist.com tags: JF Benoist, “Addicted to the Monkey Mind”, “A...

Cerridwen Fallingstar is a pioneering Priestess in the feminist spirituality movement she helped ignite in the 1970s. She is a renowned lecturer and teacher of magic and shamanic spiritual development classes. Cerridwen shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: https://theheartofthefire.com tags: Cerridwen Fallingstar, writer, author, Broth from the Cauldron: A Wisdom Journey through Everyday M...

Rossana lost her brother as a result of a plane crash. She researched the tragedy extensively and discovered a conspiracy, where she ultimately uncovered the truth. Rossana is an advocate for infrastructure investments and aviation safety. Her book, 26 Seconds, evolved from personal circumstance to exposing safety gaps in the system. Rossana determined that her… Continue reading 470 Rossana...

Miriam is a survivor of complex PTSD and breast cancer. She realized that she wasn’t living in an embodied way and needed to slow down. Miriam embraced a softer and slower way of being and chose to show up in her life. She supports individuals on their healing journey using a combination of nutritional therapy,… Continue reading 469 Miriam Jacobson

Suzanne shares her life journey of challenges and setbacks. She considers herself a positive person. This along with her perseverance, focus and good fortune enabled Suzanne to overcome the challenges. One of her gifts is her ability to break down complex subjects into simple terms. Suzanne translated her gift into her passion … writing. She… Continue reading Suzanne Loebl

Dr. Salvatore J. Forcina shares an amazing and inspirational story of love, struggle, success and life. When faced with repeated challenges and setbacks, he leaned on his positivity, balanced perspective, hope and determination. Salvatore shares his memoir “The American Doctor”, which reinforces the spirit of working toward a better tomorrow and always believing in yourself.… Con...

Anika began her journey from emigrant to immigrant. After her move, she received a crash course in life. But with perseverance and a bit of luck, she survived and eventually thrived. Anika shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: https://anikapavel.com tags: Anika Pavel, Encounter with the Future, writer, model, actress, story, stories, that, empower, empowering,… Continue reading 467 An...

Photo by Mike Lloyd Asha is a severe abuse survivor. After becoming disabled and losing her job, she discovered writing, which has given her a chance to restart. As a fantasy romance novelist, she has found a renewed sense of purpose, healing and a desire to give back to the world. https://ashanyr.com tags: Asha Nyr,… Continue reading 466 Asha Nyr

Linda works with people who have a dream to make an impact in the world. She believes that everyone was born with the ability to freely express themselves. After all, as little kids, we thrived on attention. The fear and stress we get when putting ourselves “out there” is not just some random emotion floating… Continue reading 465 Linda Ugelow

Leah talks about her desire to travel, see how other cultures live and help others as a psychotherapist. She describes a year of traveling alone in her sixties and its impact on her husband, herself and on their marriage. Leah shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: https://mymarriagesabbatical.com tags: Leah Fisher, writer, author, psychotherapist, amateur… Continue reading 464 Leah Fi...

Ann’s world crashed, when she lost her sister at the age of 6. She experienced trauma from the loss of her sister and her parents being emotionally absent. Initially, she tried to play the role of her sister, but realized she needed to live her own life. Ann shares the following nuggets of life wisdom:… Continue reading 463 Ann Lowry

Adam is a franchise consultant who is an experienced investor, serial entrepreneur, franchisee, and Master Franchisor. Over my 20 year career as a business investor and franchise consultant, he founded three successful companies on two continents. These include an IT company in Poland and a real estate investment company in Texas. He shares the following nuggets of life… Continue reading 462...

Serving in international disaster relief projects enabled Christian to see the value of effective leadership. He feels that organizations with effective leaders-those who care about the ones they serve-are able to grow and improve. Christian dedicates his life to helping others lead well. He shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: https://christianmuntean.com tags: Christian Muntean,… C...

Bridey is a survivor of childhood abuse. She developed resilience, optimism and bravery. Bridey hopes that writing her memoir, Bright Eyes, may help others find hope and feel empowered. She shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: https://bridey-thelenheidel.com tags: Bridey Thelen-Heidel, Bright Eyes, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, enc...

Penny is an adult survivor of childhood abuse. She enabled herself to become whole and happy. Penny hopes that her memoir of escape, empowerment and triumph in hope may help others heal. She shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: https://pennylanewriter.com tags: Penny Lane, writer, author, Redeemed, A Memoir of a Stolen Childhood, story, stories,… Continue reading 459 Penny Lane

John A. Dailey talks about his book “Tough Rugged Bastards”, a memoir of an ordinary guy who seized an extraordinary opportunity to become one of the most elite war fighters in America during the most volatile times in the Global War on Terror. He shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: https://jadailey.com tags: John A.… Continue reading 458 John A. Dailey

Nationally acclaimed game show host, creativity coach and author Gene S. Jones has entertained and inspired audiences for more than four decades. Gene’s latest book Modern Wisdom provides a world of profound insights, valuable life lessons and advice to help you live a better life. He shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: https://genejoneswisdom.com tags:… Continue reading 457 Gene S....

In 2022 Ali Horriyat founded Compassiviste after personally experiencing the detrimental social impact of unchecked capitalism, indifference, and unbridled greed. He believes that a world of compassion and harmony is attainable if each of us commits to love always, and always love. Ali shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: https://compassiviste.com tags: Ali Horriyat, Compassiviste,…...

Kelly James Clark, Ph. D. (University of Notre Dame), is Distinguished Professor of Philosophy. He is the author, editor, or co-author of more than thirty books. He writes broadly and speaks widely on compassion, tolerance and peace. Kelly strives to bring philosophy into the public life and uses the academic life to bring people together. He… Continue reading 455 Kelly James Clark

Anne discusses her debut novel, God Bless the Child. It is the first in a three-book series, The Women of Paradise County. Nestled in the heart of America’s Midwest, the fictional Paradise County is where the wounded create spaces and places for themselves that simmer just beneath the surface. The dysfunction leaps off the first… Continue reading 454 Anne Heinrich

Anna always knew she wanted a child. She chose to adopt a child and raise him as a single mother. Anna shares the challenges and joys of adopting and becoming a mother. She considers her family of two to be a miracle of life. Anna shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: https://annamonardo.com tags: Anna… Continue reading 453 Anna Monardo