In this episode, I’m thrilled to take you through my life with all the ups and downs that have occurred. From working as a teacher, having a baby at 57, losing my daughter, and reconciling with grief my life is full of extraordinary events. Today I’m going to be sharing an overview of my struggles and the importance of leaning on others. 

 

Key Takeaways: 

[1:49] Childhood and university experience

[4:02] My journey as a teacher and forced resignation 

[6:40] Starting Crossfit and marriage struggles

[9:51] Molly’s death and the ripple effect

[12:56] Having a baby at 57

[14:31] Tracing my steps backward

[19:29] What you can get out of this podcast

[24:05] Learning how to ask for help

[28:39] Getting through grief 

[31:44] The connection between Jack and Molly

[36:27] The room I’m recording in, guilt, and finding your purpose

[40:05] 5 years of healing since Molly’s death

[41:24] The importance of bringing happiness to others and yourself 

 

Resources from this episode:

• Who Not How 
• Karen Kenney
• Glennon Doyle
• Virginia MacGregor 
• Barb’s Patch Articles 
• Barb in the Concord Monitor 
• Toni Morrison
• Air-Rin Photography 
• Cristina Cummings 
• Rachel Hunger
• Jace Apollo Creative 

 

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September 7, 2021

Podcast: A Thousand Tiny Steps

Episode #: 1

Episode Title: My Life Story