Stories that Empower

Once Willa determined that her depression was misdiagnosed as bipolar, she got the right help, got her power back and found her voice. Today, she educates, helps and empowers others cope with mental illness. Willa shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: - knowledge is power - try smarter, not harder - sometimes you need to stop trying - trust your instinct - ask your loved ones - get a second opinion - strive to be humble - be courageous - if you have depression and you're getting treatment, but not getting better, then re-examine the diagnosis - bipolar can be managed and recovery is possible - great resources to look into: "mood disorder questionnaire" and "bipolar spectrum diagnostic scale" https://willagoodfellow.com https://www.facebook.com/WillaGoodfellowAuthor https://twitter.com/WillaGoodfellow https://www.instagram.com/willagoodfellow tags: Willa, Goodfellow, writer, author, Prozac, Monologues, A, Voice, from, the, Edge, mental, illness, health, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, encourage, encouraging, encouragement, hope, light, podcast, Sean, https://storiesthatempower.com

Shelley shares how she overcame the loss of her son, Ryder, whom she considers an introspective and creative soulmate. She found that writing her book, memorializing him and contacts with him helped her to heal and find her way back to the light. Shelley shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: - search for our spirit and light - live in the light - pick ourselves up - it's one day at a time - take care of yourself - tune in to the things that bring you joy - writing can help to get to your inner light - spark that light within you - share your story - being helpful to others https://www.leaveyourlightonbook.com tags: Shelly, Buck, writer, storyteller, artist, Ryder, Buck, Kathy, Curtis, Leave, Your, Light, On, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, encourage, encouraging, encouragement, hope, light, podcast, Sean, https://storiesthatempower.com

Laura shares how the loss of her brother enabled her to take risks, to value life, to be grateful for life's simple pleasures and to be more involved in her community. She shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: - life is short - take risks - dream big - stand with others - your presence speaks volumes to people - if you have a dream, take a chance and see what happens - don't be afraid to put yourself out there and live - every day is a gift https://laurawhitfield.com https://www.instagram.com/laurawhitfieldwriter tags: Laura, Whitfield, writer, author, memoir, Faith, Failure, Finding, Solid, Ground, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, encourage, encouraging, encouragement, hope, light, podcast, Sean, https://storiesthatempower.com

Through perseverance and a mindset of never giving up, Ben was able to work his way through the 'perfect storm' ... a series of trauma and losses. He was determined that he would work his way through them. What I found extremely humbling and generous was how Ben was able to repurpose his losses into something that gives life and is a service to others. He shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: - keep going - perseverance is the key - never give up - nothing is as beautiful as a tree - every problem can be an opportunity - good things can happen - when you feel overwhelmed, find a place that is meaningful to you and think of that [email protected] https://us.amazon.com/Sunday-Afternoons-Other-Times-Remembered-ebook/dp/B09CCY32GX tags: Ben, Ewell, writer, author, Sunday, Afternoons, and, Other, Times, Remembered, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, encourage, encouraging, encouragement, hope, light, podcast, Sean, https://storiesthatempower.com

Donna took inventory of her life and realized that allowing others to influence her was no longer serving her. Experiencing Italy enabled her to sort through past guilt/shame/pain. Donna found her own voice and empowered herself. Today, she seeks joy, such her passion for writing. Donna shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: - find your voice - it's never too late to reinvent yourself - be part of a community - our lives are fragmented - we're only given one day - fill each day with joy - empower others that cross our paths - we are each so beautiful and unique - know your own strengths and embrace them - take on your biggest dreams https://donnaarmer.com https://www.facebook.com/donnakeelarmer tags: Donna, Keel, Armer, writer, author, travel, blogger, Solo, in, Salento, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, encourage, encouraging, encouragement, hope, light, podcast, Sean, https://storiesthatempower.com

Belinda overcame many fears that she experienced growing up. She healed herself. Today, Belinda helps people to move through their fears. She shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: - open up our minds - let it go - expand and extend what it's in your heart - animals are God's gifts to us - our unconscious minds tell us the truth - we always have help and guides around us - have faith that you're always protected - what you say to yourself is very important - say "thank you body for regenerating me" - anything is possible https://hunahealing.com [email protected] tags: Belinda, Farrell, reconnective, healing, practitioner, huna, consultant, public, speaker, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, encourage, encouraging, encouragement, hope, light, podcast, Sean, https://storiesthatempower.com

Debra shares a story of how she overcame the trauma of living with a mother with mental illness and an alcoholic father. Positive people in her life, including her grandmother, aunt and counselor helped her to stabilize herself as she was navigating through the hard times. Debra became aware that it was something that happened to her, not something she did. This enabled her to have the confidence that she can work through it and opened doors, where she can help others. Debra shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: - there's a world much bigger than the small places we thought we are in - find your way - sometimes, what we're meant to do force us to confront the things that we thought we couldn't - face the fears and pains of the past so you can heal - forgive others - find a way forward - heal the pieces that are wounded to have a full life - consider seeking professional help and counseling - healing takes a while - find the right support group https://www.debrabowling.com tags: Debra, Bowling, writer, author, The, Memory, of, Flight, Walking, Without, Music, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, encourage, encouraging, encouragement, hope, light, podcast, Sean, https://storiesthatempower.com

After Carolyn was let go from her dream job as a grant writer. she experienced age discrimination. So, her curiosity and her love of travel enabled her to move to Ecuador, a place where she felt she could afford to live within her means. This decision regained Carolyn's confidence. Today, in addition to writing, she helps aspiring memoir writers and offers private coaching programs. Carolyn shares these nuggets of life wisdom: - the universe gives us what we ask for - we always have choices - take a chance - be grounded in yourself - learn to trust yourself - our inner voice guides us - you are smarter and more creative than you think you are https://carolynvhamilton.com https://swifthousepress.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/1764710807096056 tags: Carolyn, V, Hamilton, writer, author, coach, speaker, aspiring, memoir, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, encourage, encouraging, encouragement, hope, light, podcast, Sean, https://storiesthatempower.com

Grace's story is about never really being done. She was sexually abused by a family friend and a Catholic priest. Initially, Grace felt that her voice didn't matter. After her spouse and her job let her go, she created a new 'her' and launched into becoming an entrepreneur. This empowered Grace to give voice to those that didn't have one and to turn to writing as she felt it was her personal best voice. She shares the following powerful nuggets of life wisdom: - let's listen to each others' stories - your voice matters - strive to give voice to those that don't have one - if you're lucky enough, turn your scars into stars - we're never really done - strive to be observant and reflective of your life - be patient with yourself - this is a journey, not a rehearsal - find a place where you are well grounded - create a posse, who has your back - we are much more than we imagine we are - miracles happen every day - trudge, trudge, miracle https://gracesammon.net [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/GraceSammonWrites https://www.instagram.com/GraceSammonWrites tags: Grace, Sammon, entrepreneur, educator, speaker, author, The, Eves, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, encourage, encouraging, encouragement, hope, light, podcast, Sean, https://storiesthatempower.com

Stephanie had the ideal job, but she wasn't content. She felt a calling to help people and make a difference. Stephanie pursued her passion and carved a new path. Today, she empowers others and makes a difference in their lives. Stephanie shares these nuggets of life wisdom: - there's more willpower within us to continue - if we shift our perspectives, we can do more - be vulnerable - what we do has meaning - accept our vulnerability - pay it forward - we are in control of our reaction and response to life's deck of cards - things can happen for purpose - step away from the chaos and become grounded in the perspective - our lives are filled with two stories - the most important story starts from within - get control of your inner story - mantras help ground us https://stephaniefeger.com tags: Stephanie, Feger, author, speaker, entrepreneur, Color, Today, Pretty, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, encourage, encouraging, encouragement, hope, light, podcast, Sean, https://storiesthatempower.com