Stories that Empower

When Veronica was 8, she and her 3 siblings were abducted by their American father from her homeland of the Philippines. As an older sibling, she played the role of caretaker to her younger siblings. After 4 years, Veronica's mother was able to find her children and move them out. Even though her mom struggled to raise 4 children on her own, she taught Veronica to be a warrior, express kindness and never lose hope. She shares these powerful nuggets of life wisdom: - you are valuable - you are strong - don't let go of your belief system - never give up - you can fix anything with kindness - think well of yourself - you can't give your power away - be kind - take care of your health - don't be swayed by those around you - be of service to others https://veronicaslaughter.com tags: Veronica, Slaughter, writer, author, Have, You, Seen, These, Children, Hawaii, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, encourage, encouraging, encouragement, hope, light, podcast, Sean https://storiesthatempower.com

Growing up, Sharon felt she had no future, because girls were discouraged from attending college. Her future felt pointless. Sharon ran away from home with her older sister at the age of 16. At first, the hippie movement in California was wonderful, but she realized that it wasn't what she thought it would be. Sharon was very depressed and felt suicidal. Then, she read a book, which helped her envision a place where there's love and caring for one another. This gave Sharon hope and inspiration. She wanted to grab life and live it. Sharon realized that society's expectations of women's roles was most likely the root of her unhappiness. She felt empowered, because she didn't have to follow those rules. Sharon expanded herself to go in new directions. She shares these nuggets of life wisdom: - give life a try - expand yourself and go in new directions - life has a lot of opportunities for you - connect with people https://sharondukett.com https://www.facebook.com/sharondukettauthor https://www.instagram.com/sharon.dukett tags: Sharon, Dukett, writer, author, No, Rules, Memoir, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, encourage, encouraging, encouragement, hope, light, podcast, Sean https://storiesthatempower.com

Tina shares a story of her family's difficult migration to the US to ultimately become US Citizens. She realizes that none of this would be possible without compassionate Americans stepping outside their comfort zones to help them. Tina feels so proud and thankful to be considered a part of the American fabric. She shares the following powerful nuggets of life wisdom: - love has no language - we are a nation of immigrants - never give me - let's pray about it - love each other - forgive each other - if we choose not to give up, then there's hope - humble yourself and ask for help - there is good in people https://www.seminolethebook.com [email protected] tags: Tina, Siemens, writer, author, Seminole, Texas, Some, People, Never, Give, Up, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, encourage, encouraging, encouragement, hope, light, podcast, Sean https://storiesthatempower.com

My guest today is Mindy Chernoff. She partners with horses to create a safe and trusted space, where you can experience mindfulness, peace and acceptance. I think you're going to love our conversation. Check it out and share! https://theresonanthorse.com tags: Mindy, Chernoff, writer, author, The, Resonant, Horse, Where, Soul, Lives, Sean, https://wheresoullives.com

David found himself to be motherless within seconds of birth. He went to an orphanage, foster care and was eventually adopted. David was open to possibilities as he was trying to 'find his way' through life. He went on a journey of self-discovery and identity. Initially, David was reluctant to search for reunion with his biological family. However, the search and writing enabled him to reflect on who he was. David shares these powerful nuggets of life wisdom: - be willing to take a life risk to find your way - be open to the experience - be open to be discovered by your biological parents - never underestimate your ability to achieve your dreams - be prepared to discover and test your limits - be open to chance - chance will present itself to you if you're open to it - find a way to express your creative self - separate yourself from what you do - be optimistic https://www.ipoz.biz https://www.facebook.com/MyPlanetsReunionMemoir [email protected] tags: David, Reiter, writer, author, publisher, CEO, ipoz, poetry, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, encourage, encouraging, encouragement, hope, light, podcast, Sean https://storiesthatempower.com

Mary Jane escaped from her emotionally and physically abusive spouse. She remarried, but unfortunately she lost her second spouse to pancreatic cancer. Mary Jane felt moments of despair, but by asking for help and using her inner tools, she began to rebuild herself back up. She shares these powerful nuggets of life wisdom: - you are not defined by your reality - continue to have hope, - in the midst of despair, you've got to have hope - love always last and will sustain you - you are stronger than you think - don't give up - rely on those things to give yourself courage - the end is never the end - ask for help https://maryjaneblack.com/ tags: Mary, Jane, Black, writer, author, she, rode, a, harley, memoir, love, motorcycles, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, encourage, encouraging, encouragement, hope, light, podcast, Sean https://storiesthatempower.com

Elena's spouse was diagnosed with AIDS and died of complications. Also, she was a pediatric nurse at the height of the AIDS epidemic in the 1980s. Elena felt burnt out, washed out, wiped out and was drowning. She was looking for a way to renew her own energy and find new connections. Elena returned to a place she visited 20 years earlier, filled with positive energy and spirit. This enabled her to share her experience and expertise. Being actively involved in AIDS quilt projects enabled Elena to nourish her spirit and strength. She shares these powerful nuggets of life wisdom: - turn loss into sharing - the act of sharing is powerful - writing provides creativity, release and expression - you never know what the simple of sharing will give birth to - seek ways to nourish your life - find a trusted friend and share your experience - telling your story can be the beginning of a healing process https://elenaschwolsky.com/ https://www.facebook.com/elenaschwolskywriter/ tags: Elena, Schwolsky, writer, author, nurse, educator, activist, Waking, in, Havana, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, encourage, encouraging, encouragement, hope, light, podcast, Sean https://storiesthatempower.com

Tyra's father passed away, when she was 9. Her spouse died in Vietnam and she was left with a 2 year old daughter. Tyra was diagnosed with clinical depression. She got the help she needed and found a supportive community. Tyra never forgets the sensitivity and love that was shown to her. Today, she makes a difference in the lives of others by telling her stories. Tyra shares these powerful nuggets of life wisdom: - we're more alike than different - write your story and make a difference http://tyramanning.com/ https://www.facebook.com/tyra.manning.56 https://www.facebook.com/drtyramanning/ [email protected] [email protected] tags: Tyra, Manning, writer, author, speaker, memoir, Where, the, Water, Meets, the, Sand, Your, Turn, Ways, to, Celebrate, Life, Through, Storytelling, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, encourage, encouraging, encouragement, hope, light, podcast, Sean https://storiesthatempower.com

Christa shares how abundant loss and grief in her life/community enabled her to realize that the yoga practice is not limited by a physical space. It is something much bigger than our bodies, as the practice is always within us. This awareness gave her a sense of freedom, broke open physical boundaries and has made her practice more accessible. Additionally, by rediscovering one of her first loves, writing, Christa is opening a new community. Supporting the youth in her community has energized her again and she feels hopeful for the future. Christa shares these powerful nuggets of wisdom: - grief is held by love - we are meant to be in community - move to a place of contemplation - seek stillness - it's safe to listen to our bodies - yoga offers us a place to be in our bodies - the impetus of change exists - we can make a change - contemplation, meditation and conversation are the three practices that are important to Christa http://cmj.yoga https://www.instagram.com/christa_mastrangelo_joyce Email: [email protected] tags: Christa, Mastrangelo, Joyce, yoga, Jala, Yoga, Founder, Where, Soul, Lives, Sean, https://wheresoullives.com

As a mother to two young children, Sande went through a divorce. She felt disconnect. Sande sought help from a community of like-minded people. She knew she had to change herself and become strong. Sande noticed that a new part of her life was beginning. She felt fulfilled while reconnecting with her creativity, poetry and art work. Sande shares these powerful nuggets of life wisdom: - writing helps us to see the light - challenge your fears - life can be beautiful - believe in yourself - know your heart - speak to those that you trust - you don't need to go through it alone https://www.sandeboritzberger.com/ https://www.facebook.com/sandeboritzberger https://twitter.com/ezwriter25 tags: Sande, Boritz, Berger, writer, author, Split, Level, The, Sweetness, novel, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, encourage, encouraging, encouragement, hope, light, podcast, Sean https://storiesthatempower.com