Purpose is not a one-ticket ride. Even on dialysis, you can carry many callings and move forward. 

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This week, I pause to honor my family as we grieve the passing of my uncle. At the same time, I continue to process my own recent job loss, a weight that has tested my identity and my faith. Yet, in the middle of loss, an unexpected gift appeared. Through my wife’s persistence, I decided to begin applying for SSDI.

What surprised me most was the decision and the walk to the office. Each step gave me distance from my circumstances and a new perspective on how to face them. In this episode, I share how I used the OPA method, Observation, Process, and Action, to silence my self-doubts and uncover resilience in places I did not expect.

Join me as we explore how grief, loss, and even government paperwork can reveal lessons of endurance, clarity, and the quiet power of walking forward.

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 At home, I caught myself picturing the ocean as an off switch for the noise in my head. I did not go. I only imagined the hush underwater, knowing even the thought could be misunderstood. What I really wanted was stillness long enough to face what I have avoided: the truth about homelessness, my own selfishness, and the question of what now. In this episode, I unpack that moment, the clarity it sparked, and the steady steps forward. Learn more at www.scarrednotsilence.com

 Quick care note: if thoughts like these feel close, you are not alone. In the U.S., call or text 988 for support, or contact your local resources internationally. 

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 Two weeks came and went. The pressure eased, but the weight did not. I clocked out, yet the stress stayed clocked in. I was still carrying regret, second-guessing every step, and life felt a little darker each day. 

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In this episode, Rodney Washington candidly discusses the relentless pressures of working in social services and the impact on his health. Despite facing anxiety, pneumonia, and the stress of managing discharges without support, Rodney reveals how he navigated these challenges without truly coping. As he confronts the decision to resign and the looming uncertainty of his future, his story serves as a stark reminder of the importance of addressing stress and health proactively. Join us to explore the realities of working under pressure and the lessons learned from not coping effectively.

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 Moving to San Diego for a coveted job felt like the next logical step, but nothing prepared me for the frosty reception that awaited. In this episode, I share my first days on the job and how I learned that my assistant had been eyeing the same role for years. Because she didn’t hold a degree, she’d been passed over repeatedly, and my arrival reignited old wounds. I threw myself into the work, logging long days and nights to prove my worth, and my health began to pay the toll as the stress mounted. From silent stares to whispered resentment, I recount how unspoken expectations and a lack of advancement opportunities can poison a workplace. Join me as I navigate professional jealousy, discuss the value of qualifications, and find a path toward grace and growth when ambition collides with reality. 

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 Sometimes the most powerful conversations are the ones you can’t share, but the lessons still deserve to be told. 

 In this unscheduled edition of Scarred Not Silent, I reflect on an unexpected meeting with my kidney donor. He reached out for guidance on improving communication in his volunteer work with Kidneys for Communities. While the details of our talk will stay private, the insight I walked away with is worth sharing. Join me as I unpack what it means to connect with my donor, lead with empathy, and make every conversation count. 

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 After surviving what can only be described as the “Airbnb Olympics of Chaos,” I finally touched down in a new neighborhood that feels like a Beach Boys remix—Yes, even the White folks said hi… at night… in California. 😳 The journey was equal parts exhausting and enlightening. But despite the drama, the stress, and late nights, I'm still standing. Yeah... yeah... yeah! 

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 In this raw and reflective episode, I take you inside my move to San Diego. It was a journey filled with hope, struggle, and the constant drag of medical equipment through Airbnbs and high-rise elevators. What started as a fresh chapter slowly gave way to doubt and fatigue. The move initially felt like the right decision, but reality started asking hard questions. And we haven’t even talked about the job yet. 

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 In the final episode of Season 1, I share the surprising pivot that led me from the familiar comfort of Arizona to what felt like a second home — San Diego, California. From the jaw-dropping moment of being offered more money than expected to my wife’s bold plan of hopping Airbnbs until we were settled, I reflect on the hopeful start of a new chapter. But as you'll hear, chasing the "mighty dollar" wasn't without its cost. This episode sets the stage for Season 2, where the real journey begins: learning what we gain and lose in pursuit of opportunity. 

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