Surviving the Day!: Recent Episodes
Megan Dorety
Have you wondered about the REAL people, behind the survivor stories?
Megan Dorety, an aneurysm survivor, welcomes guests on her podcast who share their SMILE approach to living beyond the crisis. Megan also shares her enthusiasm for coffee, pets, poetry, and fitness.
This podcast is dedicated to Mr. Mike, who taught me (and so many other people), the importance of SMILES!
You can listen to Megan's podcast here on Spotify... and donate as well as access motivational tools, poetry, and workout challenges on Buy Me A Coffee! buymeacoffee.com/?via=survivingtheday
"☕️ Big news! Yesterday, I officially launched an amazing new episode of Surviving the Day featuring the incredible Debbie and Taryn from Animal Survival International! Together, we brewed up a powerful conversation about wildlife conservation and the importance of educating people—because saving wildlife and saving your morning cup of coffee go hand in hand! 🌍☕️
Debbie and Taryn pour their hearts into protecting animals and the environment, and this episode is packed with knowledge that will perk you right up. Grab a cup, settle in, and join me for a brew-tiful chat that will leave you inspired to make a difference.
In this solo episode, I brew up a conversation about the challenges and realities of living with brain trauma. I share the bitter downsides of my condition and how it affects my daily grind. But even when life feels like a double shot of espresso, I talk about how this podcast is helping me find my strength, one cup at a time. So, pour yourself a cup and join me as we filter through the tough times and sip on the moments of resilience and survival."
Brew up some inspiration with me on "Surviving the Day" as I dive into living with brain trauma. This episode offers practical tips and support for those navigating the daily grind of brain injury. I explore the complexities of brain trauma through personal experiences and research, sharing real-life strategies for perking up your memory, boosting cognitive function, improving emotional well-being, and enhancing physical adaptability. Tune in for resources, support networks, and a reminder that recovery is a slow brew. Don’t miss out—together, we can make each day a little smoother.
Brew up some inspiration with me on "Surviving the Day" as I dive into living with brain trauma. This episode offers practical tips and support for those navigating the daily grind of brain injury. I explore the complexities of brain trauma through personal experiences and research, sharing real-life strategies for perking up your memory, boosting cognitive function, improving emotional well-being, and enhancing physical adaptability. Tune in for resources, support networks, and a reminder that recovery is a slow brew. Don’t miss out—together, we can make each day a little smoother.
The history of disability acts in the U.S. is marked by significant milestones aimed at promoting equality and accessibility. The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 was a key early law, prohibiting discrimination based on disability in federal programs. The Education for All Handicapped Children Act of 1975 ensured public education for children with disabilities. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 was a landmark law, providing comprehensive civil rights protections in employment, public services, and accommodations. More recently, the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 expanded protections, clarifying and broadening the definition of disability to ensure greater inclusion and support for individuals with disabilities. Join me on a trip through your coffee pot for disability acts, and rights, along with a bit of coffee fun!
What are life hacks? Actions that save time? Actions that make daily tasks easier?
Life hacks are clever shortcuts, tips, or techniques that make tasks easier, more efficient, or more effective in various aspects of daily life. They can range from simple tricks for household chores to more complex strategies for productivity, organization, or problem-solving. Life hacks are often shared informally among friends, on social media, or through online communities as practical solutions to common challenges
This podcast is meant to give you a basic insight and open your smell to other coffee types with life hacks for people in different living conditions! The great thing about Life Hacks is also a great thing about coffee! You can make it to where it's what works best for you!
Do you ever question yourself and your actions, to the point where that's all you do? Do you ever use the tools around you to help, and yet still feel doubtful and put on defense? This podcast is about that feeling of defense along with tools to use to help you feel more confident with yourself from the point of view of a brain trauma patient who deals with this every day! And how to brew your pot without a note of self-doubt!
Sip away!! A look into the goals and dreams of this podcast going farther, and changes that come from smile stories, along with a good blend in mentions of previous episodes! Enjoy a warm cup of the drink of your choice and please enjoy and Survive the Day!
Karen and Tia/Part 2: Let's go really deep into the SMILE effects and stories that Tia and other animals can have on people's SMILE stories from both Karen and my views! Part one was Karen and Tia/Part 1. The introduction to the story of a therapy dog and her owner!
Have you ever thought about the stories and effects that assisting people can have on the people helping them? Have you ever stopped to think about what lessons we can learn from people who live in more challenging situations? As he was mentioned in episode 22 "Friends from the Online World". "Aussi Matt's" tells us his SMILE story of working with people in hard situations. Along with a bit of the culture, and coffee differences between America and Australia! Brew a pot of coffee for this episode!
24 years post Aneurism, Megan has many goals and dreams! This poem will give you insight and motivation to help you toward yours! She shares some of the lessons she has learned to help her.
Have you ever been ill and it seemed like no answers were coming while you got more and more sick? Have you had to choose to leave your job or change your career because your illness forced you to? My guest Jackie has experienced that and so much more. Jackie’s SMILE story of thriving will make you consider how to talk to people (and truly support people) who are facing life-changing and life-threatening medical situations. Her SMILE story gets into the grind of managing other people and their reactions, along with her thoughts and feelings about her challenging medical journey, and how she keeps Surviving the Day!https://www.buymeacoffee.com/survivingtheday
Imagine having a calm, stable, and fulfilling life, yet one day out of nowhere, life stands still, yet you keep going forward,
and find a different ever after. That is the outline in Oliver's SMILE. Marring his first wife, with a tragic ending of a pulmonary embolism, and finding a new ever after with another path! This podcast is meant to give you insight into finding the will to move on in hard times!
Imagine having the knowledge and experience of the world come to you and not having to travel. Sandy's SMILE is a story about hosting groups of people from other countries, forming connections around the world, and learning a very important lesson that all people have similar goals and fears. The contacts will be listed on Surviving the Day's Buy me a Coffee page under Sandy's SMILE.
Socialization during the high points of the pandemic for most people was located in the online community and tons of life became more accessible. This episode is about the highs and lows of meeting people online and dating online with two of the closest friends made in the online community for the spirit of Friendsgiving! I hope this episode helps you to laugh, think, and Survive the Day!
Life is different for every person, but even more so for people who face trauma at an early age. Communication and expressing feelings and thoughts can always be a challenge, especially when you're located in a body that processes on a different level, which Society doesn't fully grasp. along with the connection between emotions, thoughts, and words. This podcast is about facts and raw emotions along with insight. Surviving the day is made a possibility by several factors, these being a few of many! I hope this podcast can help you think and ponder on these subjects!
The World of Art is a world where all people are equal, and by all people, I mean all people! No matter what race, class, religion, or abilities. In this Podcast I focus more on the world of equality brought on by art and the imagination and the true equality it can bring! Along with facts, and, I bring to you a bit of my own personal insight and benefits from The World of Art!
Sometimes animals are the best therapy! As originally statedin Season 1 Episode 15. This is the SMILE story of a fantasticwarm-hearted woman with an extraordinary mindset. She trained with her K9companion to become a certified therapy Dog for them to be a team! Sometimesgreat things can happen when you take that push! This is the introduction oftwo parts to a very magical connection in life with a fantastic SMILE story!
A short look into empathy and the connections it gives us from research and the eyes of a brain aneurysm and stroke survivor. Having or getting empathy can help you survive the day and create new, deep connections with the people around you. How can you help others survive the day?
Everyone falls under all categories under different circumstances, coming from a Woman whose life falls under the survivor definition, it is good to know your own path and how you can cope. Filled with thoughts and studies, this podcast is meant to make you think and feel comfortable with your decisions and how you survive the day.
Do you ever wonder how deep communication can be? It doesn't always come in words or verbal exchange, but also in listening, but depends on the subject and the beings. A look into how we communicate with each other and how it can affect people who lead challenging lives, and other beings. Be kind, be patient, and listen with your eyes, ears, and heart.
For most or all people, stretching is an essential part of everyday life, even when your body makes it an involuntary action! In this podcast, I will cover the importance and a few facts about stretching, from a personal and factual view! Hopefully adding inspiration and more awareness of the significance! The fantastic thing about stretching is that no matter where you or your life are, it is always something you can do!
The Survivor attitude and Pets go hand in hand in my book. And to me, both are important in finding the "spark" to push you in the right direction whether by lending you help in the field of more independence, or making you laugh and lightening the mood. Communication with pets can give you the motivation you need to find your "spark", a way to help you find the realistic Survivor attitude. I hope this podcast helps bring insight and motivation to survive the day!
Every person has a SMILE story, some louder and more obvious than others. William's story hits on the big point more of the mental battle and dealing with life, trucking through the hard times, and owning the outcome, along with an awesome attitude to keep surviving the day. More about William, will be listed on the Surviving the Day, Buy Me Coffee account. I hope this podcast gives you insight and motivation to survive the day!
What makes a survivor and not a victim? Your mindset. In This Week’s podcast, I introduce you to Wendy… whose cancer survivor story may inspire your SMILE!” This is fighting cancer with a good outcome, and a survivor attitude that brings a happy ending to someone with a beautiful SMILE! Taking away the victim mindset can leave life with more open doors, we are not saying to ignore that feeling of defeat all the time, but after life knocks you down, stand up, brush the dirt off your knees, and keep going forward. It might leave scrapes and scars, but can you find the will to keep surviving the day?
A story about an awesome mom, woman and friend, the gym, bell's palsy, family, faith, coffee, and life to help you survive the day!
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Seans SMILE of being in the army and life inside and outside. Based on his history and mentality and will. Thankyou Sean for your service. Drink coffee and smile!--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/megan-dorety/support
from the perspective of an aneurism survivor, the importance of memory and emotions 23 years after. Ment to make you stop, think, and find the positive where you can--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/megan-dorety/support
An aneurism story with a good ending and more awareness of the aftereffects of IBT (involuntary brain trauma), side note; today is my 23rd anniversary, since my SMILE is in episode 1, I wanted to share with you another SMILE from someone I met on my path to now.thankyou for listening! Please like And subscribe so you know when the next episode comes out.--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/megan-dorety/support
Just the start of the year! motivation to get through your days and my goals for this podcast!--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/megan-dorety/support
The best part about Christmas is the magic through kids eyes! Merry Christmas from my favorite niece and nephew! May your wishes come true and your hot coco be full of marshmallows!
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a second segment talking about the gym and benefits from more of a personal view for people who face challenges to surviving the day, giving you motivation and insight
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motivation with a little fact and encouragement into Pilates, please like and subscribe to this podcast!
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Kay Boone, fully retired trainer, preacher, friend etc., a woman with different views on life with many stories of life
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this episode goes into more detail of what this podcast is truely about and how it is outlined
S-story
M-mind set
I-interior
L- Life for now
E- ever after
along with a few of my poems ment for motivation
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let you know what this podcast is about
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What are your outlets in life that help you to survive the day? Something that was a struggle for so long for me to come to realize the total truth with. But here is a quick set of thoughts that have taken me years to come to peace with, I hope they give you some insight and motivation to survive the day!
the full story of Mike through his sisters' eyes. the basis of this podcast is based off of Mike and this is the story inside
for survivors of all walks of life with their stories and a positive twist to give you positivity, insight and motivation to survive the day. Featuring survivors, brought to you by a survivor.