Lisa Maydwell’s journey proves that resilience can transform obstacles into stepping stones toward your dreams. Originally from Fort Wayne, Indiana, Lisa began working in factories before courageously changing paths at 35 to become an elementary school teacher. Deeply devoted, she attended every graduation until all of her students had finished school and stepped into the world.

But Lisa’s dreams didn’t stop there. With writing in her blood, she pursued her passion for storytelling—becoming a published author and award-winning filmmaker. Her projects include the Trees series (Broken Branches, Cooper’s Plantation), the feature film My Brother’s Shadow, the animated series Grandma’s Closet, and more. She also co-authored Shattered Perceptions and wrote the memoirs of the first President of the International Boxing Federation, soon to be a documentary.

Beyond her creative work, Lisa is passionate about giving back and helping others, using her talents and life experiences to inspire and uplift those around her. Her story reminds us that resilience isn’t just about surviving challenges—it’s about using them to guide you to where you’re meant to be, and making your dreams come true.

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Meet Angie Bailey. After 32 years as an OR nurse, mom, and caregiver, Angie Bailey was used to pushing through exhaustion and always showing up for others. But when her body could no longer keep up, she hit a wall—struggling with fatigue, brain fog, weight gain, and the symptoms of Hashimoto’s disease. Her main doctor dismissed her concerns and wanted to prescribe antidepressants, but thankfully Angie sought out a functional medicine doctor who tested her thyroid and gave her real answers. With the right care, thyroid treatment, supplements, and major lifestyle changes, she began her path to healing.

One prescription stood out: do something just for yourself. For Angie, that became calligraphy. What began as quiet moments of dipping pen in ink turned into a meditative practice that calmed the noise, restored her focus, and helped her reclaim balance. Now retired from nursing, Angie teaches calligraphy to medical professionals, corporations, and anyone seeking calm in the chaos.

Her journey is a powerful reminder that resilience isn’t just about pushing through—it’s also about giving yourself permission to pause, breathe, and heal.

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Meet David Solano born with arthrogryposis, a condition that limits muscle development and joint movement, David Solano grew up hearing “you can’t.” He wasn’t allowed to play PE as a child, struggled to get a job, and was often underestimated. But David refused to let his disability define him. He became a teacher—and when schools told him he couldn’t coach, he boldly promised them a championship if given the chance. Against all odds, his team went undefeated and won the title.

Today, David continues to inspire through his nonprofit, where underprivileged boys gather twice a week to play basketball, build friendships, and find mentorship. His greatest gratitude? That he was born with arthrogryposis—because it shaped his resilience and turned him into a true everyday superhero.

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In this powerful episode, Danielle Pashko—a holistic nutritionist, functional health coach, and author shares how resilience became a necessity early in life. Despite a career built around wellness, she faced thyroid cancer, chronic Lyme disease, and long COVID, forcing her to redefine health beyond diet and exercise. Danielle reveals how trauma-informed mind-body work, nervous system regulation, and self-compassion helped her not just survive, but truly heal. Her story is a testament to the strength that comes from turning life’s hardest challenges into catalysts for growth.

Danielle is a holistic nutritionist, functional health coach, and author who’s faced thyroid cancer, chronic Lyme disease, and the challenges of long COVID—even while doing “everything right” according to conventional health norms.

Her journey spans elite wellness spaces in NYC, and she’s become a leading voice in mind‑body healing, trauma-informed energy work, and nervous‑system regulation.

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She authored the books Smile at Your Challenges and Weight Loss Mistakes Even Healthy Chicks Make, and now leads healing through her platform, Soulhakker

Danielle’s personal health trajectory—from thriving wellness entrepreneur to facing successive health crises like cancer, Lyme, and long COVID.

The turning point—why traditional optimization failed her and how she shifted toward healing through nervous system care and emotional processing.

Mind‑body resilience—the role of practices like Qigong, Tai Chi, and trauma-informed energetics in her recovery and wellness philosophy

In this heartfelt episode, host Liliana Brown sits down with Teresa DeLucio as they explore an inspiring story about trusting divine timing in the pursuit of love and life fulfillment. Teresa opens up about her journey through lessons in patience, healing, and embracing the right moments—especially when it comes to relationships and personal growth. Her experience reflects themes of trust, timing, and faith that resonate deeply with anyone seeking healing or clarity.

This episode is part of Resilient Now, a podcast offering real, unfiltered stories of resilience, hosted by Liliana Brown, and designed to empower listeners through conversations about overcoming adversity, transformation, and strength.

In this heartfelt episode, host Liliana Brown sits down with Teresa DeLucio as they explore an inspiring story about trusting divine timing in the pursuit of love and life fulfillment. Teresa opens up about her journey through lessons in patience, healing, and embracing the right moments—especially when it comes to relationships and personal growth. Her experience reflects themes of trust, timing, and faith that resonate deeply with anyone seeking healing or clarity.

This episode is part of Resilient Now, a podcast offering real, unfiltered stories of resilience, hosted by Liliana Brown, and designed to empower listeners through conversations about overcoming adversity, transformation, and strength.

In this powerful episode of Resilient Now Podcast, meet Justine—a woman who grew up in a loving but unconventional household. Her parents’ open marriage was something she was told about at a young age, leaving her confused and emotionally unprepared. Despite having caring parents, Justine struggled to make sense of her upbringing.

Everything began to shift when she discovered the 12-Step program. Through that support, she found healing, clarity, and a path forward. During the pandemic, Justine turned her growth into action by launching a business that has continued to thrive.

This is a story of resilience, self-discovery, and transforming pain into purpose.

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In this powerful episode of the Resilient Now Podcast, meet Eli—a man who, in his 20s, had planned to end his life. But a single act of connection changed everything. Through the support of a friend and a profound realization that life itself is a miracle, Eli rewrote his inner narrative. He shares how he learned to question harmful thoughts, embrace resilience, and find purpose in pain. His story is a reminder that we are not our thoughts—and that hope can begin with one small moment of clarity.

María Gómez dejó atrás una relación tóxica y emprendió un viaje espiritual hacia la sanación. En este episodio de Resilient Now Podcast, comparte cómo su proceso fue como escalar una montaña: al mirar hacia arriba, parece imposible, pero al avanzar paso a paso, un día descubres que llegaste a la cima. Desde allí, puedes ver todo lo que superaste y dejaste atrás. Su historia es un testimonio poderoso de resiliencia, transformación interior y fe. Un mensaje inspirador para quienes buscan liberarse del dolor, sanar heridas emocionales y construir una vida con fuerza, propósito, amor propio y espiritualidad.

In this inspiring episode of the Resilient Now Podcast, meet Aditya, a former aspiring filmmaker turned successful entertainment lawyer in Beverly Hills.

Growing up in a family of doctors, Aditya was expected to follow the same path. But his heart was set on Hollywood—dreaming of becoming the next Steven Spielberg. Though his early attempts in the film industry didn’t pan out, his passion never faded. In this 30's Aditya made a bold and life-changing decision: he enrolled in law school and later returned to Los Angeles to pursue a career in entertainment law.

Now thriving in a profession that blends his love for storytelling and entertainment, Aditya shares how he redefined success on his own terms. His story is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to start over—and that resilience often means rewriting your own narrative.

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