The Adapted Life

I am a the Mom of a disabled and medically fragile son. He has a rare condition, and when he was first diagnosed, my life, career and my entire world literally imploded and then turned upside down. I have created the Adapted Life Podcast, to share my journey of resiliency and adapting. Offering encouragement, support and connection. The goal of the podcast, is to create it as we go, because I know through my experience as a YouTuber that people value connectivity based on experience. Lots of stories, lots of hope. This is a place for anyone, especially those dealing with adversity so significant that their lives are being completely changed. Welcome.... And here is a copy of the original introduction: Julie Hasselberger Welcome to the Adapted Life. A Podcast for anyone who has experienced adversity so incredible that it forces them to redesign their entire life. I have raised a severely disabled son, and it has not been easy. Sharing stories of resiliency and adapting, and hoping to encourage and inspire others. How do we survive and thrive, when we are faced with crisis after crisis? Or do you need encouragement to get through some really difficult times? Lets explore all the ways that we CAN build resilience and we CAN see our ways out of what seems hopeless, and into something wonderful. Lets create this community together. I want this to be a place of hope. Outline for intro. read on.... My name is Julie Hasselberger, and I started a podcast to make a place of encouragement and sharing. As the Mom to a severely disabled young adult, my ability to adapt and develop resiliency has been a constant challenge since the day my son was diagnosed with severe disabilities. If your life has been affected by something that completed changed your course in this world, this is a place for you. I want to share my story, and hear yours. It is my hope, Lets start talking, sharing, and shining some light on this thing I called "the adapted life". I've wanted to start this podcast for a long time, and life has opened a window for the perfect timing. My name is Julie Hasselberger. And this is my adapted life. I can't wait to get started.