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He didn't know how long things had been for his brother, but looking back now he knows that the life he has woudn't have been possible without those events having taken place. He does miss his brother, but he also can recognize the silver linings. (Subscribe to the podcast to watch the video interview!) Grab his books: Enduring Trials God's Way: https://a.co/d/4rvPIF9 Work and Rest God...

In 2016, Adam was stabbed in the throat, arm & chest, while at a movie theater. The chef's knife went halfway through his throat, deep into his arm (nearly out the other side) and punctured his lung. He thought he was going to die - but woke up seven days later from a coma. The worst of the physical pain was being carried out of the theater that night, but the biggest struggle was yet to c...

She's a wife, mom, Christian coach, Inspiration blogger, digital product creator, and author. She is also a quadruple amputee. Now she also helps women rediscover God's joy, peace, and fulfillment amid the trials of life, by becoming more intentional with God. This interview will impact your life in ways unimaginable. Come be inspired, LISTEN TODAY!  https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show...

In her own words, Jennifer fell into a life of rebellion - drugs, sex, gangs, fights, pregnancy, and psychiatric hospitals. But she changed her entire life around for the sake of her own kids.  Get this author’s book: https://a.co/d/6rq9RcQ  Find this guest online:  https://www.instagram.com/iamjennhernandez/ https://www.facebook.com/jennifer.bragliahernandez TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode I&#39...

Martin is “a man on the mend." He isn't shy about being a recovered alcoholic with a past life of "spilt milk under burnt bridges." Moments from suicide, his Beagle talked him out of it, and his sharing that story literally had the host sobbing in tears of personal connection. This interview will impact your life in ways unimaginable. Come be inspired, LISTEN TODAY! https://podc...

He had an unfavorable early diagnosis and broken family, but he learned about nervous system regulation to break addiction and embrace who he was. He can help you do the same. Come be inspired, LISTEN TODAY! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amandablackwood Find this guest online: Website: clearimpact.io FREE training impact: https://training.clearimpact.io/roadmap TRIGGER WARNING: In this e...

What would you do if your child came home with a hungry little girl, only ten years old, who had nowhere else to go? Would you offer her a place to stay? Would you offer her a plate of food? Surviving a great many traumas led to Deb Curtis leading an incredible life of rejection and reflection. This interview will impact your life in ways unimaginable. Come be inspired, LISTEN TODAY! https://podca...

In his teens and 20s, John spent most of his time partying. He would regularly drink, smoke cigarettes and weed, and abuse prescription drugs. Then, thanks to a woman he was dating who didn't like cigarettes, he decided to quit smoking cigarettes. This launched him into a fitness routine because of his use of push ups to curb cravings. https://www.instagram.com/realjohnsacco/ https://www.youtu...

This time we talk about his recent trip to Germany with his dad, and how he became an imposter syndrome expert. The video version (subscription only) even includes videos from his trip. Get Sam's book: https://a.co/d/0qeBeoT Find this guest online:  www. SelfWorthSam.com https://www.facebook.com/selfworthsam/ https://www.instagram.com/selfworthsam/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCM31OL-JEtxR...

Debbie Ausburn never had biological children, but through foster parenting and step parenting, she has collected 7 children and 10 grandchildren.  Debbie has worked with youth-serving organizations for more than 40 years. She has served as a camp counselor, juvenile court probation officer, group home parent, criminal prosecutor of crimes against children and litigation attorney advising youth-ser...

Her world was crumbling. Her faith held fast. She knew she could do anything as long as she had God in her life. So, at 49 years old, Robin took the bull by the horns and fought back against her traumatic memories and past to regain a sense of who she was. Her support system was important, but so was the ability to create through art and writing. Now she shares her story of hope. This interview wi...

Here it is, Christmas Eve, and not the usual day for a podcast episode to air. But I'm starting a new tradition with this and plan to continue it throughout the coming years. I do NOT get paid for the podcast. As always you can support the podcast through a variety of ways:  - [ ] PayPal ⁠authoramandablackwood@gmail.com⁠  - [ ] Venmo @DetailedPieces - [ ] Purchase my books at Barnes and Noble...

After growing up with years of abuse, she was stricken by Lyme disease in 2013. It is believed that Lyme lead to being diagnosed with fibromyalgia, and her childhood abuse led to several mental disorders. Amid all of this, she had to face the fact that she had a severe pornography addiction that was disrupting her life in such unhealthy ways. So she learned how to fight back. Peyton is continuing...

Yvette Walker is the creator and host of the Positively Joy podcast and the Positively Joy Christian website. Walker has worked in media for most of her career. Most recently she was Assistant Dean at Gaylord College at the University of Oklahoma, but within the last few months she left that to go back to journalism. This time, she's giving some space to the crime beat, though. She is publishe...

He was an accomplished and respected attorney when his gambling problem sent him down the dark road of armed robbery. Just before being sentenced to 15 years in prison, he delivered his first sermon and that changed the trajectory of his life. He's now a former NC State Bar Approved Sponsor of Continuing Legal Education, (CLE) for 11 years, a retired Pastor of an historical Missionary Baptist...

This is a rather special episode. So far Sam has been on my podcast two previous times in the year 2023, but before recording our second episode we had a very candid conversation that ended up feeling like I was the one being interviewed! As a special treat, here on the week of my birthday (which is this coming Monday), I'm sharing the behind the scenes conversation with all of you. Can't...

Donna teaches others how to uncover hidden secrets to stop the cycle of anxiety & depression. Through her people discover how to live a life of joy, fulfillment, & peace. She doesn't teach how to cope with fear, but how to kick it to the curb! Welcome to the Christmas lineup for December. This interview will impact your life in ways unimaginable. Come be inspired, LISTEN TODAY! https:/...

We're exiting the world of trauma recovery with this one, and into the world of traveling with children just in time for the holidays! Dawn M. Barclay is an award-winning author who has spent a career working in different aspects of the travel industry. She's written a well received and award winning book about travelling with littles and teens! It's basically the travel bible for thos...

Charlene Madden spent most of her life living in a state of darkness.  After experiencing over 9 years of sexualized trauma at the hands of her grandfather, a decade of domestic violence, and 3+ decades of mental illness and suicidal ideology, she was just 2 days away from taking her life when one event everything changed. Come be inspired, LISTEN TODAY!  ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/a...

A decorated combat veteran with multiple deployments, LT. Col. Jason Pike, served 31 years in the US Army including 9 years overseas in 5 countries. Jason earned over 30 service awards & badges and his diversity of Army jobs, assignments, and schools from age 17 to 48 sets this military memoir up differently than most. With a straightforward account of one man’s journey, he inspires audiences nati...

Yesterday I stopped to help a woman on a mobility scooter put her groceries into her minivan. Nobody else was stopping. Nobody else was helping, or looking, or doing anything. But I saw a shift in the attitude of people around me. I saw people smile at the thought of something nice being done. I saw someone else look around as though trying to find someone to help. I saw people in the store asking...

When her husband had cancer, she was writing notes on whatever scraps of paper she could find. After his transplant, she was determined to make everything easier on others. Now, with the "Welcome to Caregiving" resources, the whole world just got easier for those who have shouldered so very much. This interview will impact your life in ways unimaginable. Come be inspired! Get the book to...

When her husband had cancer, she was writing notes on whatever scraps of paper she could find. After his transplant, she was determined to make everything easier on others. Now, with the "Welcome to Caregiving" resources, the whole world just got easier for those who have shouldered so very much. This interview will impact your life in ways unimaginable. Come be inspired! Get the book to...

(Please forgive the audio sound on this one, my mic went out and I didn't realize it until after we were done recording.) William Yeske served in the US Army for 11 years and survived a deployment where his odds of survival were about as great as a coin flip. This interview will impact your life in ways unimaginable. Come be inspired, LISTEN TODAY!  ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ama...

Marc Max Pollock’s life story is an extraordinary example of overcoming adversity. Having grown up experiencing poverty, abuse and homelessness, Marc made it his mission to harness the power of the universe to change his reality from a life of hopelessness to a life of abundance. On his journey, he used the insight he gained to heal the wounds of his traumatic childhood and create wealth, health,...