Single Parent Success Stories

Terri Lynn Murphy’s life changed forever when she was separated from her children for 10 years. In this powerful episode of Single Parent Success Stories, she shares how faith, forgiveness, and divine guidance led her from heartbreak to healing.

You’ll learn:

How to find peace in the hardest moments 💫

The power of meditation and mindfulness 🧘‍♀️

Why gratitude and forgiveness can set you free 🙏

How to teach your children emotional awareness 💛

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Terri Lynn Murphy

01:27 Terri's Journey as a Single Parent

03:13 Finding Divine Guidance and Mindfulness

04:41 Career Transformation and Positive Mindset

07:03 The Inspiration Behind Terri's Books

09:34 The Importance of Gratitude and Forgiveness

13:10 Instilling Emotional Intelligence in Children

14:32 Future Projects and Closing Thoughts

📚 Terri’s Books:

Journey to My Soul: https://amzn.to/4mZ0OCI

10 Minutes to Happier You: https://amzn.to/4nl7Ulr

Resources:

The Power (The Secret Book 2) by Ronda Burns: https://amzn.to/3J7U7QT

The Shack by William Young :https://amzn.to/3J7U7QT

🎧 Listen now and remember — you can heal, grow, and create a happier life no matter what.

Connect with Terri:

👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terri-lynn-murphy-author-13779a6/

👉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/terri.murphy1

👉Website: https://thinkhappybehappy.com/

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In this inspiring episode of Reclaim Your Life with Irina, international bestselling author and life coach Terri Lynn Murphy shares her powerful journey from single parenthood to spiritual awakening, revealing how meditation, mindfulness, gratitude, and divine guidance helped her overcome pain and find lasting joy. 🌿 Discover practical tools to release resentment, live in the present moment, and teach emotional awareness to your children — so you can create happiness that fuels true success. 💛

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What if your biggest dreams didn’t die — they just fell asleep? 🌙

In this powerful episode of Single Parent Success Stories, transformational speaker Dean Taylor shares his journey from healthcare to purpose-driven leadership, and the life-changing moment he discovered his father’s unfulfilled dream.

🔥 Discover how to:

• Reignite your passion and purpose

• Align your values with your desires

• Live in the flow, not the grind

• Inspire your kids through curiosity and presence

Resources:

Outwitting the Devil by Napoleon Hill: https://amzn.to/4nXpEni

Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod: https://amzn.to/4o311FV

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Dean Taylor

02:37 Finding Purpose and Vision

04:43 Overcoming Barriers to Dreaming

06:16 Personal Stories of Stagnation

09:41 The Importance of Family and Relationships

15:30 Instilling Belief in Children

20:20 The Power of Learning

21:49 Influential Books and Morning Routines

27:59 Advice for the Stuck

30:50 Future Projects and Community Engagement

🎧 Listen now and remember — it’s never too late to dream again.

👉 Subscribe for more inspiring interviews on healing, purpose, and growth.

Connect with Dean:

👉 Website: https://deantaylorofficial.com/

👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deantaylorofficial/

👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dean.taylor.7330763/

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In this inspiring episode of Single Parent Success Stories, I sit down with Gena Frangina—a devoted mum to her 10-month-old son, IT professional, life coach, and hypnotherapist. Gena shares her deeply personal journey of navigating single parenthood after financial abuse, while facing housing uncertainty, debt, and the silent stigma many single parents carry behind a smile.

Through resilience, mindset shifts, and therapeutic tools, Gena has found ways to balance motherhood with building her coaching practice and speaking career, all while parenting from a place of calm. She opens up about the practices that helped her regulate stress, reclaim her confidence, and begin thriving again despite the odds stacked against her.

This conversation is a beautiful reminder that even in life’s hardest seasons, it’s possible to rebuild, thrive, and create a future filled with purpose. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, unseen, or unsure how to keep going, Gena’s story will leave you feeling inspired, empowered, and ready to embrace your own strength.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Gina's Journey

00:53 The Challenges of Single Parenthood

06:29 Recognizing and Addressing Abuse

10:07 Rebuilding Self-Worth and Resilience

11:52 Overcoming Isolation and Stigma

13:16 Tools for Stress Management

15:26 Vision for the Future

19:48 Lessons in Motherhood

22:00 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

✨ resilience, financial independence, self-care, stress relief, and the power of community.

👉 Listen now for hope, strategies, and inspiration for single parents everywhere.

Connect with Gena:

👉Website: https://genafrangina.com/podcast/

👉Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...

👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gena.frangina

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👉Divorce is tough—but your child’s emotional health doesn’t have to suffer. 🎧 In this episode of Single Parent Success Stories, Dr. Karalynn Royster, child psychologist and co-parenting expert, shares her Kids First Co-Parenting System.

Learn how to:

Avoid common parenting mistakes after divorce

Support your child’s emotional security 💖

Choose between co-parenting, parallel parenting, and nesting

Build resiliency and attachment with your kids

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Co-Parenting Challenges

03:02 Understanding the Impact of Divorce on Children

05:41 Supporting Emotional Security in Children

08:39 The Power of Moms in Co-Parenting

11:10 Co-Parenting Styles: Collaborative vs. Parallel Parenting

13:53 Navigating High Conflict Situations

16:34 The Importance of Resiliency in Children

19:29 Practical Steps for Moms in Difficult Situations

22:05 Creating the Kids First Co-Parenting Program

25:06 Finding Community and Support

27:58 Recommended Resources for Parents

🎯 Resources & support: Kids First Co-Parenting Program

"Raising Resilient Kids" by Janet Lansbury

"Untangled" by Lisa D'Amour - https://amzn.to/46ptwXe

- A book about understanding teenage girls.

"Under Pressure" by Lisa D'Amour - https://amzn.to/4ncOGPo

- Focuses on the stress and anxiety faced by teenagers.

"The Emotional Lives of Teenagers" by Lisa D'Amour - https://amzn.to/4n70F0U

- Offers insights into the emotional world of teenagers.

Listen now and protect your child’s emotional future!

Connect with Dr. Royster:

👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/learnwithlittlehouse/

👉Substack: https://drroyster.substack.com/

👉Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drroysterpsyd/

👉YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@learnwithlittlehouse

👉Website: https://learnwithlittlehouse.com

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Discover the truth about Human Design in parenting and how it can transform your relationship with your child. In this episode, single mom by choice Moira Mills shares her journey road schooling her son, balancing solo parenting with travel, and using sidereal Human Design to understand unique dynamics, improve communication, and raise confident, independent kids.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How Moira chose solo parenting and what it taught her about stress and expectations

• The benefits of road schooling and experiential learning

• How sidereal human design improved communication and decision-making with her son

• Tips for maintaining health, flexibility, and balance as a single parent

Connect with Moira:

👉Substack: https://substack.com/@moiramills

👉Website: https://moiramills.com/

🎁 Free 5-Minute Soul Read: https://moiramills.com/Connect with Irina:

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In this episode of Single Parent Success Stories, Irina Shehovsov interviews Loretta Gavin, co-founder of the Heat Wellness Retreat. 🌱

Loretta shares her inspiring journey of supporting her sister Sharon through a rare autoimmune disease, their decision to adopt a plant-based lifestyle, and how they turned their personal struggles into a thriving retreat for single parents and wellness seekers.

💡 What you’ll learn:

• How food and lifestyle can transform health

• The power of community for single parents

• Simple daily non-negotiables for energy & well-being

• Why kindness and humor are essential for resilience

Chapters

00:00 The Journey of Healing and Transformation

05:32 Navigating Single Parenthood

08:05 Career Changes and New Beginnings

09:57 Daily Non-Negotiables for Well-Being

12:42 Books That Inspire Change

16:30 Instilling Kindness in Children

18:10 The Power of Humor

18:54 Embracing the Stages of Parenting

Connect with Loretta & Sharon:

👉Website: https://gavinsisters.co.uk/

👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gavinsistersuk/

👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gavinsisters

👉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedetoxbarn

👉YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GavinGavin/

Connect with Irina:

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Parenting teens often feels like a battlefield, but it doesn’t have to. In this episode, parenting coach and Stanford graduate Jeanine Mouchawar shares how she went from struggling with her son’s ADD and high school challenges to building a close, respectful relationship through the power of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. You’ll learn how to set boundaries without punishments, manage your own emotions, and raise confident, honest, kind teens. Whether you’re a single parent or just feeling overwhelmed, this conversation will give you the tools to bring peace and connection back into your home.

Resources:

Free 50 different ways you can connect with your teenager: http://www.jeaninemouchawar.com/freebie-50-ideas

✅Dr. Becky Kennedy ⁨- Her work focuses on parenting approaches, particularly for younger children and teenagers

✅Gabor Mate - His insights align with effective parenting strategies

✅The Bachman Institute - While focused on marriage, their communication techniques can be applied to parenting

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Parenting Mastery

04:03 Navigating Teenage Challenges

11:00 Communication: The Key to Connection

15:58 Understanding and Validating Emotions

20:55 The Role of Agreements Over Punishments

26:23 Navigating Parenting Dynamics

27:54 Advice for Single Parents

31:37 Instilling Core Values in Children

34:59 The Importance of Self-Belief

36:53 Recommended Resources for Parenting

39:22 The Power of Believing in Your Children

45:53 Embracing Vulnerability in Parenting

Connect with Jeanine:

👉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeaninemouchawarcoaching

👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeanine.theparentingcoach

👉LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeaninemouchawar/

👉Website: http://www.jeaninemouchawar.com/

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What happens when a fatherless childhood inspires innovation? Mark Miller, architect and entrepreneur, grew up in a single-parent home after losing his dad at age two. The emotional toll on his mother and the lack of support shaped his mission: to create the Love Notes App — a digital memory box for parents to leave heartfelt messages for their children.

In this episode, Mark shares:

💔 The impact of losing his father so young

🧠 How parental depression shaped his courage and confidence

💡 Why mentorship and vulnerability matter

🌳 His bold vision for a Spirit Park — a reimagined cemetery for meaningful connection

👉 Download the Love Notes App today and start building your legacy of love.

Connect with Mark:

👉https://www.markmillerarchitecture.com

👉https://www.passivehousemidwest.com

👉https://www.lovenotes.club

👉https://www.facebook.com/LoveNotesClub/

👉https://www.facebook.com/spiritparkblog/

👉https://www.facebook.com/MAMABINC/

👉https://www.instagram.com/love_notes_app/

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What if your health issues aren’t just physical?

In this episode of Single Parent Success Stories, cardiologist Dr. Julius Torelli shares why Western medicine often fails chronic illness sufferers—and how mindset, gratitude, and lifestyle changes can transform your well-being. Discover the Gratefully Well approach, practical tips to manage stress, and why self-worth is the foundation of health.

Listen for:

✔ The #1 overlooked cause of migraines & IBS

✔ Why gratitude can change your physiology

✔ The real difference between sick care & wellness care

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Holistic Health

06:21 The Shift from Sick Care to Wellness

08:45 Taking Responsibility for Health

11:31 Incorporating Non-Physical Dimensions

17:12 The Power of Gratitude

19:30 Understanding Emotions and Physiology

21:36 The Superpower of Self-Worth

23:31 Finding Meaning in Life

26:11 Creating a Community for Wellness

29:31 Daily Non-Negotiables for Health

32:07 Upcoming Workshops and Resources

Connect with Julius:

👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gratefullywell_llc/

👉Substack: https://juliustorelli.substack.com/

👉Website: https://www.gratefullywell.com

👉Get Julius Torelli’s book Holistic Health Pathways: https://amzn.to/3JgjoZ1

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Welcome to another episode of Single Parent Success Stories. Today Dr. Nigel Brayer shares his journey as a single parent and healthcare provider, discussing the challenges of parenting, the importance of emotional well-being, and his transition into alternative medicine. He emphasizes the significance of awareness in health, the role of nutrition, and the need for strong relationships in parenting. Dr. Brayer also introduces his Ironclad Bladder Program, aimed at addressing bladder health issues, and highlights the importance of curiosity and problem-solving in both personal and professional life.

⏳Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction

01:32 Navigating Single Parenthood

08:52 The Journey to Alternative Medicine

13:47 Understanding Bladder Health

15:50 The Ironclad Bladder Program

19:33 Building Awareness for Health

21:57 The Role of Nutrition in Health

27:03 Emotional and Mental Well-being

30:25 Parenting and Child Development

33:00 Curiosity and Problem Solving

36:08 Final Thoughts and Resources

Resources mentioned:

The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle: https://amzn.to/4054URp

Christ Speaks His Truth by the Recorder: https://amzn.to/446PMUx

Connect with Dr. Nigel:

👉Website: https://www.drnigelbrayer.com

👉Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/drnigelbrayer/

👉Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/drnigelb

👉LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/nigel-brayer-d-c-ph-c-fiama-diplomate-iama-76a59813/

👉YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@drnigelbrayer-l4y

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