Let Me Walk with You: Recent Episodes
Nicole Palarczyk
Discuss my journey dealing with the twists and turns life has thrown my way. Specializing in grief support and looking to offer support to others in many facets of life. Support Coach and Entrepreneur. I want to walk with you and be the person I needed during the hard times for you.
In this episode, we explore a journey of self-renewal and the importance of prioritizing self-care, especially as one approaches their 40s. Reflecting on past experiences and resolutions, we discuss the gradual process of refreshing life and making oneself a priority. Emphasizing the significance of decluttering not just physical space but also mental landscape, we highlight the transformative power of letting go of possessions that no longer serve a purpose. Through candid anecdotes and practical tips, we invite listeners to join us in reclaiming control over their lives and prioritizing their well-being.
Tune in to discover simple yet profound steps towards achieving inner peace and fulfillment in this inspiring episode.
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- Self-care and personal growth.
- Decluttering and organizing personal space.
- Improving mental health through exercise and social connections.
- Mental health, self-care, and music.
- Self-care and personal growth strategies.
“There is a purpose, you know, especially if you're feeling really sad. And having a hard time just going outside can really boost your mood.”
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In this episode, the focus is on reflecting on the passage of time and announcing a new bi-weekly schedule for the show while working on some updates. The episode centers around a thought-provoking question posed to listeners: "What would you do if you had the chance to spend seven minutes with a past loved one?"
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- Life choices and career paths.
- Spending seven minutes with a deceased loved one.
- Reuniting with deceased mothers through mediumship.
- Using memories to cope with insomnia.
- Grief, support, and connecting with loved ones.
“I remember like, immediately after she died. I freaked out for a second because I couldn't hear her voice like I couldn't remember it. You know, like her saying my name or something like that. I couldn't hear it in my head.”
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In this installment of our ongoing series on the nuances of grieving the living, Nicole navigates the terrain of emotional complexities as she unpacks the sorrow and acceptance that accompanies the loss of a cherished friendship. Drawing from personal experiences and poignant reflections, Nicole invites listeners on a heartfelt journey through the ebbs and flows of human connection.
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- Grieving the end of a long-term friendship.
- Teenage friendship and antics.
- Teenage mischief, relationships, and growing up.
- The decline of a friendship after a loved one's death.
- Grieving a long-term friendship.
“It's just hard because I feel that, you know, we're not friends now because of him. That maybe he didn't like me as a person. e didn't like my boyfriend as a person. I don't know. I mean, you know, my friend who she was she wouldn't. The person that she was she wouldn't. She wouldn't stand for someone saying they didn't like me. ”
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In today's episode, we reflect on the recent passing of my grandmother, Bolita, also known as Val, and explore the complex journey of grieving for someone living with dementia. While I'm not a medical professional, I draw from personal experiences and knowledge gained along the way. This form of grief is unique as the individual remains physically present while the disease alters cognitive abilities and personality. We delve into various aspects, including grieving the diagnosis, caring for loved ones, family dynamics, and the interplay between dementia and mental health.
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- Grief, dementia, and delusions.
- Grandmother's declining health and eventual passing.
- Grandmother's hospitalization and impending death.
- Death, grief, and spirituality.
- Grieving the loss of a loved one.
“My grandma was like, trying to sit up, like lifting herself up a little bit out of the bed, and then going back down, lifting her shoulders up and going back down. And even the expressions like on her face, it's like, you know how when someone's trying to explain something to you, but you don't understand.”
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In today's episode, I want to share a personal experience that many may relate to: the challenging journey of grieving for someone living with dementia. Before we jump into it, a quick disclaimer – I'm not a doctor, and my reflections are solely based on personal experiences and the knowledge I've gained along the way. If you're new to the podcast, I recommend checking out earlier episodes where I go into more detail about my father's situation.
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- Grieving the living with dementia diagnosis.
- Grieving for a loved one with dementia.
- Grieving and caring for loved ones with dementia.
- Dementia, grief, and family dynamics.
- Dementia, grief, and mental state.
“It's hard to put it into words what you're feeling. Because the person is still physically there. They're still there. They're still breathing, but you're just grieving.”
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Hey there! In this special New Year's episode, I dive into my goals for 2024. Turning 40 in July has me reflecting on impactful changes, starting with my health journey. I'm taking small steps, using a step tracker and a walking pad, and rejoining Weight Watchers for support. Business-wise, the podcast is evolving to focus on life experiences and being a friend to those who need one. My job transition to an eight-to-five brings uncertainties, but aligning it with my passion is crucial. Privately, my boyfriend and I are setting goals for our relationship. I invite you to share your 2024 goals on my website, and let's connect on social media. Here's to an exciting year ahead! Bye for now!
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- Setting personal goals for the new year.
- Weight loss, fitness, and mental health.
- Loneliness and seeking support through podcast.
- Career goals, personal growth, and coping with loss.
“My hugest thing is I just want to be a friend to those who feel like they don't have anyone, because I know what that's like.”
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After a long-awaited return from being absent for some time, it feels great to be here today. As many of us may relate at times, life can become overwhelming and consume all our mental space and energy whilst appearing effortless on observation by others; my situation is no exception these past few months as work has been quite demanding due to staff shortages resulting in me assuming more responsibility than usual leaving little or no downtime for myself.
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- Work-related stress and staff changes.
- Work-life balance, self-doubt, and podcasting.
- Grief, loss, and the holidays.
- Grief and holiday traditions.
- Podcast growth, branding, and coaching goals.
"I want to get paid to do what I love, which is listening to people, giving support, giving advice."
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Together, we will traverse the intricate labyrinth of a topic that reverberates with the essence of our humanity – the ethereal restraints that bind us, preventing us from pursuing the constellations of our dreams and enveloping ourselves in the tapestry of our passions. This episode is an odyssey into the realms of vulnerability, a tapestry woven from the threads of shared experience, as we unflinchingly unravel the tangled skeins of challenge that weave around us when we muster the audacity to venture into the uncharted territories of our aspirations.
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- The delicate dance between aspirations and economic realities.
- How the choices we make at this crossroads shape our destinies?
- The significance of reshaping your thought patterns!
"There are things that hold everyone back. And we just have to reframe those thoughts into it from negatives to positives and just do the damn thing.”
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In this episode, we delve into the profound impact of grief and its long-term nature, contrasting experiences of loss from childhood to adulthood. We explore the deep connection of memories with departed loved ones, leading to bittersweet feelings during everyday events and celebrations. The closure of a store even triggers powerful emotions, reminiscent of cherished moments with a mom. Despite the temptation to indulge in 'what if' scenarios, we highlight the importance of healthier coping mechanisms to avoid voluntary emotional pain. The conclusion emphasizes cherishing memories while accepting the absence of loved ones and appreciating the valuable life lessons they taught.
"In years from now, when you still don't feel like your old self, or your old life isn't what you have in front of you anymore. It's because things change. All this stuff is going to change. Grief is forever, it's not temporary.”
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In this episode, we explore how grief shapes individuals both in the moment and over time. The speaker opens up about personal experiences after losing their parents, sharing noticeable changes like disrupted sleep and eating habits, as well as reduced sociability. They delve into the profound impact of grief on their health and perspective, leading to an obsessive focus on their physical well-being, while also reevaluating their outlook on life. The speaker reflects on how losing their loved ones empowered them to find their voice and prioritize meaningful relationships. Additionally, they share how they unconsciously inherited some of their loved ones' habits. Through heartfelt anecdotes, they encourage listeners to reflect on their own grief experiences and the transformative changes it brings.
"If people see you as valuable, they will reach out to you as well. They won't just brush you off. And then when they have time, they'll get back to you.”
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- Why is valuing relationships and not chasing people who don't reciprocate important?
- What becomes more prevalent in one's thoughts after experiencing a close death?
- How did grief lead the speaker to pursue a different path and make a positive impact?
- Is grief a temporary feeling, or does it bring long-term and ever-evolving changes?
- And so much more!
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In "Episode 50: Life Updates" of the "Let Me Walk With You" podcast, host Nicole celebrates reaching 50 episodes, expressing excitement and pride in this milestone. She acknowledges the support received from listeners and emphasizes her determination to continue sharing insights. Despite challenges, Nicole has remained consistent in producing episodes, demonstrating her commitment to the podcast's growth. The podcast will officially mark its one-year anniversary on July 3, adding to the significance of the occasion. Nicole expresses excitement for future episodes and shares her plans for the podcast's ongoing development. These show notes capture Nicole's reflection on her journey and vision for the podcast's future.
"I'm proud of myself for opening myself up to putting myself out there, taking the chance to get some sort of judge form of judgment or criticism.”
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In this episode of the "Let Me Walk With You" podcast, host Nicole explores the theme of granting oneself grace. She shares her personal experiences and perspective on the subject, emphasizing the importance of extending understanding, leeway, and credit to oneself, even in the face of imperfect circumstances. By drawing from her own encounters with grief, trauma, and mental health challenges, Nicole underscores the significance of cultivating self-kindness and compassion as vital components in navigating difficult situations and fostering healing throughout the journey.
"I'm proud of the steps I took to get here.”
Four mantras/affirmations for self-empowerment and self-compassion:
- "I am doing my best."
- "I am exactly where I need to be."
- "I am enough just as I am."
- "I am deserving of love and kindness."
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In this episode of the "Let Me Walk With You" podcast, host Nicole returns after a brief break to engage in a heartfelt discussion. With honesty and vulnerability, she delves into the experience of jealousy towards individuals who are fortunate enough to have their parents in their lives. Nicole acknowledges the commonness of this emotion and delves into the intricate nature of grief, highlighting the occasional envy that accompanies it. The primary goal of this episode is to offer solace and support to those who find themselves navigating similar emotions.
In this episode, We talked about:
- The feeling of jealousy towards others who still have their parents in their lives.
- The normalcy and commonness of feeling jealous and grieving the loss of parents.
- Reflecting on personal experiences and occasional envy.
"I can be jealous of other people. But I had to turn my sh**** situation into something as positive as I could. It forever changed me. It changed the trajectory of where I see myself going in my life and what I plan on doing.”
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Michael Cooney is a fourth-generation, licensed funeral director and co-founder of Mortuary Marketing. He earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Iowa and Mortuary Science Degree from Worsham College and has since become a leading voice in the funeral industry. Michael is passionate about helping funeral homes grow their business through strategic online marketing, and he also supports grieving families as a licensed funeral director. In addition to his professional work, Michael leads the nonprofit organization The Baby Spirit Foundation, which provides free funeral and emotional support services for those who have experienced pregnancy and infant loss. He is also the host and chief editor of the popular podcast "The Mortuary Show," where he shares insights and strategies for success in the funeral industry. Michael and his brother, Conor Cooney, are committed to making a positive impact within the funeral industry by helping funeral homes best serve grieving families. They believe in transforming the industry by bringing new perspectives, innovative ideas, and compassionate care to the forefront, ultimately making a positive difference in the lives of those they serve.
Mortuary Store objective is to make people aware and just kind of bring some positivity to the realm of life and death that can be challenging for some.
In this episode, We talked about:
- Backlash from funeral directors and industry.
- Branching out and helping other small businesses.
- Top three things to know about the industry.
"I think they now realize the benefit to it for other people in that learning behind the scenes can only benefit us in the field industry, because then people can realize how much work and how intricate the process is. It's not, it's not for the faint of heart.” -Michael Cooney
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On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themortuarystore/
On His Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mortuary-show
View Mortyary Store Products Here: https://themortuary.store/
Mortuary Marketing: www.mortuary-marketing.com
The Mortuary Show: https://open.spotify.com/show/4qeWx5S9h9r3MfvRAYTrJI (Spotify)
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mortuary-show/id1630967539 (Apple Podcasts)
Baby Spirit Foundation (Non-profit): www.babyspirit.org
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Jessica Battle is a coach, motivational speaker and lifestyle influencer on the Join Jessica XO social platforms where she is best known for inspiring women to become the best versions of themselves. Jessica has lost over 100 pounds, twice, which led to being featured in People Magazine, on Oprah.com as well as in the Huffington Post.
After overcoming disordered eating and years of yo-yo dieting she has built a successful online business mentoring women in creating the mindset shifts that help them achieve the change they desire in themselves, their relationship with food and their businesses.
Jessica is the first mentor and coach I've ever had the pleasure of working with. She probably doesn't even realize the extent of the things she assisted me through. This made me realize I wanted a business even though I truly had no idea. She is stunning all around and a lovely person!
"The more we tell ourselves, we're going to do something and then we don't follow through.” - Jessica Battle
In this episode, We talked about:
- Empowering ourselves to make a difference.
- Working on yourself to get to the other side.
- Ways to feel empowered.
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View the Create Joy Products Here: https://mailchi.mp/joinjessicaxo/create-joy-2022
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This is the continuation of the interview with Aleisha, who runs Mortuary Magic. She continues to elaborate on how the funeral industry changed over time and what the common misconceptions are about funeral directors. And she believed that people should start normalizing death. Listen to this episode to learn why and how!
"Where we are in society now everything else has been normalized. So why don't we just normalize this?”
In this episode, I talked about:
- Learning how to deal with grief.
- The need to normalize death.
- The importance of finding the humor.
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Aleisha, our guest for today, runs the channel Mortuary Magic. She is also a licensed funeral director and embalmer. At the same time, a wife and a mother This is part one of the interview with Aleisha, and in this episode, we talked about the general information Aleisha can share about her profession. She also gave a quick little synopsis of her job and what is mortuary magic.
"As funeral director, you have just as much impact on the family as anyone else. Because you're dealing with them at their most vulnerable state.”
In this episode, I talked about:
- Grieving for someone who’s not gone.
- Being prepared for death and coping mechanisms.
- A funeral is for the living, not the deceased.
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The topic of today's episode will be straightforward deeds of kindness. How might we demonstrate small acts of kindness to others, including total strangers, in our daily lives? Thus, every recommendation I'm going to make today is something I've already done and still do in my own life.
"Don't be that person that lets it slam when someone's right there, hold it open.”
In this episode, I talked about:
- Why you should send a text message to someone who is going through tough times.
- Why holding doors open for people is a nice gesture.
- How can simple act of kindness can make a big difference.
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The episode today that I really want to discuss is power of choice. And this is a power that we may choose. similar to how we are free to change our minds. Any time, any place. You have the same right to refuse as well. And you have the freedom to declare that you have the power to do whatever you want? Do you have any remaining obligations to anyone? And once again, you owe no one an explanation for your refusal to accept anything.
"To make a choice that benefited myself. It took things blowing up in my face and hard things happening for me to finally choose myself.”
In this episode, I talked about:
- Making a choice that benefits myself.
- How to make a choice for yourself.
- You can change your mind at anytime.
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In the second round of the conversation, Doug and I go in-depth and learn more about his family, particularly his mother. What the aftershock was and how his family dealt with his father's health For instance, is it possible to see a rainbow when it rains? Is life more than this?
"Why is it that he, who's healthy, went biking eight times. Was healthy, did hiking, rarely drank, and took care of people for his entire career. His whole life get diagnose with cancer?”
In this episode, I talked about:
- Doug was in survival mode all summer.
- Backreading old messages.
- How brain cancer works.
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My discussion with Doug speaking about his story and the loss of his father to a form of brain cancer. Speaking about being vulnerable and sharing the real side of grief that we keep hidden and how sharing our stories are meant to help others.
Doug is a Dad of 3. Lover of food, all things Schitts Creek, and John Grisham books. Hoping to continue spreading kindness and positivity on a daily basis.
“I have to be permanently sad, or in this state of melancholy. But that isn't what life should be.”
In this episode, I talked about:
- The power of sharing vulnerability.
- Finding a positive outlet for yourself.
- Talking about my parents keeps them current.
- The glimmer of a future that won’t exist
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Hi! It’s me Nicole and this is just a solo episode. Let’s just say that I'm going to just be giving you a little life update like what's going on and what is coming up for me right now. Tune in to know more of the details!
“I have to be permanently sad, or in this state of melancholy. But that isn't what life should be.”
In this episode, I talked about:
- Fifteenth anniversary with my boyfriend Steve!
- How a lot of conversations led to tears to shed.
- Rebranding with the podcast.
- How I identified myself as death doula!
- My private thoughts while in grief.
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Today let’s talk about how many people are scared of death or, you know, they don't understand it in a way or they think it's bad, right? But you're giving them an a different insight into what the whole death process is, you know, and how to be able to have that relationship with the person that's dying, or even the relationship with the family members and how to be able to grieve and process those things.
“Connect to yourself, but also establish that trust more within you, instead of looking for validation.”
In this episode, I talked about:
- Going to a medium is always a good route.
- Think of something random that no one would know.
- The value of journaling and how it helps us.
- Getting into your body and emotional energy.
- How to get to know you better.
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Today we're going to talk about how every year since my mom passed away has been significant, as much life has been lived and many things have changed. I try to feel her energy and what she would think, and I feel that she would be okay with how things have played out and understanding of some of the things that have happened. My mother would be proud of me for the way I have handled tough conversations, such as acknowledging my faults and expressing the other party's faults openly. Since her passing, I have found my voice and gone from being shy to being more aggressive and not backing down.
“You don't forget the person, you don't forget the experience with that person, you don't forget their existence.”
In this episode, I talked about:
- Things that have changed since she passed away.
- Taking the initiative to get family together.
- Driving through the town I grew up in.
- You don’t forget the person.
- Learn how to cope and learn how to cope.
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Today we're going to talk about going through grief, but grieving identities associated with ourselves. So these are identities that can be associated with losing a loved one. But also grieving and identity associated with losing a job losing a sense of self through injury, losing our perspective on life.
“This is me now. I don't recognize some of the stuff I say, like I've done the work. I've put all this effort in. But then sometimes I still don't recognize myself. ”
In this episode, I talked about:
- Losing my identity as a daughter.
- Grieving the loss of an identity.
- Losing the sense of belonging.
- The professional identity we grieve.
- Grieving the loss of your identity.
- The importance of having money.
- The guilt associated with spending money.
- The shift from selfish to compassionate.
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Our guest for today, Jaime Pallotolo is a shaman, energetic master, my mentor, my coach, and someone I consider a friend from working with her for the past six plus months. So today, we're going to talk about a story that she told me once and I didn't get to like listen to the whole thing when we were in the group, but I did want to talk about it today because I thought it was an interesting concept.
“I like to be able to tell people the biggest thing, though, that you can do is very easily. Shut your eyes, be present in the moment, even if you can't show your eyes just be present with yourself.”
In this episode, I talked about:
- The difference between unhealthy and healthy attachment.
- The bond of unconditional love.
- Understanding and feeling your own emotions.
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WHAT’S NEW is all that this episode is about, right? What has changed recently? Am I doing? I've been focusing on new concepts lately. I can be 99.9% comfortable, if that's even a word. claiming to be a death doula. Therefore, I've been genuinely speaking to people—especially to different people—about what I want to do and how I want to focus on working with customers in particular.
“I wasn't thinking at the time of what I would ask my mom. We just didn't have those conversations. It was kind of just unsaid. So I'm just really, I mean, granted, I don't want to talk to someone that's actively passing away.”
In this episode, I talked about:
- The difference between meditation and reiki.
- How to recognize spirit guides.
- How to tap into your intuition?
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Everyone can see me in a different light, hopefully, no one's opinions of me have changed. That's always been a struggle as to why I don't talk about it. But yeah, that was kind of hard and vulnerable to put out there. But now, I'm glad I did. And we can keep moving on. So just wanted to make a quick episode just about what's going on in my life.
“Having a great memory is amazing. But it also really sucks sometimes when you can remember what happened on certain dates so vividly.”
In this episode, I talked about:
- Shifting focus on the podcast.
- What’s going on with my life right now?
- What’s next for me?
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In continuation of this episode. I exposed some dark and good stuff. Also how abortion for me, isn’t worth it. Listen to this last part to furthermore know things about me and grief and things I tend to exposed for you!
“Why did you choose not to die? Disappointing other people. And now why to die. Why choose not to?”
In this episode, I talked about:
- Abused when I choose to choose me
- Living in the realm of death
- Dealing with mother’s death
- Abortion isn’t worth it
- The importance of asking people about their stories
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This is part 1 of this two-part episode where I exposed myself! More precisely, how judgment impacted my life significantly. Listen to this episode to furthermore know things about me like how I got shamed for doing something that benefits me.
“Why are you getting so stressed out and worried? This is where you could have been? And I certainly wouldn't be in the life that I have now. Because I would have never left that person. So why do you still carry the shame? It's just always there.”
In this episode, I talked about:
- The last time I didn't judge myself.
- Physical representation of myself.
- Seeing myself for who I am!
- Letting go and thinking about myself.
- How I've had two abortions and I'm not upset.
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I want to talk about consistency today. And I want to talk about it because maintaining consistency in all of the things that are important to me is something I've fought with for a very long time. Which, you must agree, sounds awful. Like, why can't I continuously present myself that way for myself if it actually important to me? Why? I just can't keep up with it, so why do I put what I need to do for myself, sort of, on the back burner?
“We put these ridiculous time limits on ourselves. That's what we do. We put them on ourselves. No one else is telling us there's a time limit for us to better ourselves, for us to lose weight for us to get healthy. There's no one's telling us there's a time limit. But we are. And we're so stuck on that. ”
In this episode, I talked about:
- The number of times I’ve started and stopped diets.
- Focusing on one thing at a time.
- Bring it to the basics.
- How unrealistic timelines make no sense.
- The importance of consistency in your podcast.
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I'd like to discuss anxiousness. And anxiety has long been a friend of mine. I no longer want it to be my friend. But I've had issues with it, and as I get older, I realize that I've had issues with it pretty much my entire life. I therefore wanted to discuss some typical anxiety symptoms. And some of these I didn't really understand until I started looking for assistance and realized that's what this was. To compare my list with the few symptoms of anxiousness I found online.
“I can see how much this affects me. It affects my performance, it affects my mental health. It just affects all the things. So when I was feeling all this anxiety, I try to alleviate it in any way.”
In this episode, I talked about:
- The root cause of anxiety.
- How to get rid of the block of time.
- What did I do to alleviate anxiety?
- Getting rid of anxiety.
- How to get help for anxiety.
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So, what can we anticipate in 2023? What are my plans? Is anything new? Of course. So something will be revealed. I'm not sure when those episodes will be available. But I'll be interviewing two guests. I mean, I don't even want to say we'll be interviewing; we'll just be talking. I know I mentioned it briefly in an earlier episode. But two ladies will be joining us; they are both coaches and mentors in their own areas. And I'm quite excited because I've directly worked with both of them.
If you have any recommendations for someone that you think I should have on the podcast, if you have any ideas, please reach out to me.
“You know, it's hard when you're at that point where it's like, you know, you're meant for, I don't want to sound cheesy, but like you're meant for greatness. But like, you know, you're meant for more, you know, you have stuff to offer, you know, you have something to contribute to society in some way, shape, or form.”
In this episode, I will talk about:
- Voxer support for four week increments.
- My purpose is to share my story.
- Don’t judge a book by its cover.
- Don’t be afraid to say what you are not proud of.
- What’s coming up in 2023.
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My goal for 2023 is to considerably expand my coaching and mentoring business. And obtaining out there and doing additional—popping up more on social media, talking additional here, doing all the items, you know, like finance in myself all the time, mistreatment alternative mentors, alternative business coaches, any master categories I will get into the number cash|of cash} I've most likely invested with in myself while not truly creating any money from my business is crazy, like four figures. and that I understand that is most likely difficult to listen to, but it's valid. As is the nature of things, you need to invest in yourself to boost your performance. The year is returning to an Associate in Nursing finish, it's closing up. The year 2022 has arrived. I am unsure concerning you; however, I am ready to face next year front on, no holds barred. There'll be no sinking. Last year, I secure myself that i'd not play little this year. and that I still do. however I created important progress.
“Maybe you already have plans, like things coming up, that you're going to be looking forward to, you know, not necessarily things you want to change about yourself, but just things you want to put more attention on.”
In this episode, I will talk about:
- Why you have to invest in yourself to grow.
- Making a promise to address all my health issues this year.
- Working from home has been life changing.
- You can make a change at any point in time through the year that you want.
- How to address what’s going on in your head.
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Christmas is more than just going present shopping and asking for stuff. That isn't really the point. In terms of presents. I enjoy giving people gifts and watching their reactions when they open them. You know if there's a backstory to what I'm providing them. This is Christmas week, and I'd want to talk about what Christmas means to me. Like making last-minute plans, figuring out what your supper will be, making sure you have everything. This is the time of year when I truly like just decorating. And I adore all of the colors, which is meaningful to me.
“There were so many little get together leading up to that to Christmas, that it was just always exciting.”
In this episode, I will talk about:
- My mom’s gift-giving habits.
- The importance of spending time with your family.
- Doing Christmas Eve and Christmas Day with my family.
- Get back to the basics of the holiday.
- Find little ways to show your appreciation to someone this time of year.
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Today I'd like to speak with you about Brenda. Brenda was an unexpected addition to my life. My mother's life, my father's life who, in the end, became a huge supporter, a huge helper, and someone I just considered family. So I'll start by stating Brenda died abruptly on December 15, last year. And that occurrence dramatically altered my life.
“I'm getting my will together. You know, she's like, with you losing your mom and your dad, it just kind of made me thing. I really want to make sure I have everything in order for when the time comes. And I didn't really understand like, where she was going with the conversation. And then she said, I want to have you be my power of attorney, I want you to be the executor. And I want to leave you X, Y and Z, which completely floored me.”
In this episode, I will talk about:
- How Brenda became like a part of the family.
- How Brenda was the second person I call after my dad passed away.
- What it’s like to lose a loved one to death.
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Today's topic is how we deal with loss over the holidays. And, regrettably, it will be up, and we will have to do it at some point. And how can we recreate a moment that was so full of pleasure, joy, and fun? And such wonderful memories? How can we keep it going? when the individuals who occupied a large portion of those memories and those beautiful, joyful times are no longer present. For me, it was quite difficult.
“I know that going through this time of year. It's going to bring up all sorts of emotions. You know when we're going through not having this person in our life anymore. At all, they're gone, right?”
In this episode, I will talk about:
- Grief and the holidays can coexist.
- Voxer support.
- Keep filling up the bucket with new memories,
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I've been away for over two weeks. I took a break back since I was dealing with some personal issues. Some of this is related to my relationship with my boyfriend. He's not on social media, and I don't usually post about him. As a result, he likes to maintain it that way. We've been together for over 15 years. That's how long we've been dating. And, you know, we're not married; there's no mention of getting married or engaged. There are a few debates here and there. However, they are primarily one-sided. That would be my position. As a result, one of my challenges was related to this fact. I believe there comes a point when you've been with someone for a long time. And I've reached this place many times in our relationship where you just want the next thing, the next step. And you could say, at certain points in time, I guess conceded and just kind of given up my fight for what I want, just because you know, but we did have a sort of breaking point where some things said really weren't great. And I was at a point where I was questioning this relationship and everything we'd built together, and it was scary.
“Refocus and take time for myself.”
In this episode, I will talk about:
- Part of the struggles that I was having was regarding the fact that I want the next step.
- Was I being crazy or was I just being crazy?
- Taking a step back from the relationship.
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The series on the stages of grief will come to a close today. The fifth and final stage, known as acceptance, is where we are right now. It's not exactly a happy stage at this time. You have come to terms with your new normal, so to speak; you have accepted how your life will be; and you are aware that there will be good days, great days, and joyful moments in the future. This does not mean that acceptance means in terms of this stage of grief. Rather, it means that you have accepted and come to terms with what your life will look like. There will, indeed, be unpleasant days. But it'll be well. Once you reach this point, you could feel like—at least, that's how I felt.
“Stop, take a breath, and write down three people that you know, can help you that you know, are going to be there for you, whether they're family or friends, even co workers, three people that you know, right off the bat that are going to help you and you reach out to them.”
In this episode, I will talk about:
- Having the person you’re grieving for be here would make it easier.
- When something is too out there for everyone to believe, just know that it’s real.
- How to get to a place of acceptance after a loss.
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We'll discuss depression, which is the third stage. Nowadays, the majority of people experience this stage for a considerable amount of their lives while they are grieving the loss of a loved one. From one to person, it differs. At this point, some people are more likely to feel comfortable and hang around there for a while. I still experience challenging moments and days, which is very normal. These days, though, may easily turn into a week, two weeks, or even a month if I'm not careful. This was a term that, in the past, I believed was associated with losing a loved one.
“There was a select few that could tell like in my voice, that I was not having a good day, or I just wasn't myself. And when they would bring that to my attention, it's like, I would have to shift the way I talked. And I didn't want to engage people to ask me what was wrong, or what was going on.”
In this episode, I will talk about:
- What is depression and how does it affect you?
- What is the meaning of ‘putting a mask’ on to get through the day.
- How grief is like a quiet stage.
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We will discuss about stage number three, or bargaining, in today's episode. Another active stage of grief, this one is characterized by a strong sense of vulnerability, helplessness, and a desperate need to cling to anything that would give you control over your life and your emotions. And when I think back on my own experience, I don't really believe I went through this stage. With that, I will share to you my vulnerable experience with this.
“If we had another day with our loved one that passed away, what would that day look like? what would we do? where would we go? what would we say? I think that's healthy. Because I think that you're acknowledging the reality of the situation that they're gone.”
In this episode, I will talk about:
- Have you ever tried to bake a deal to make yourself feel better?
- What would we do if we had another day with our loved one?
- What would you do if you had another day with your mom?
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Today, we'll carry on with our discussion of the stages of grief. And the topic of this episode is ANGER. In some ways, being angry itself can be a coping method. You are distracted from your true struggles when you are furious. When someone you know passes away, it's simple to become enraged in order to mask how sad you are. It's also simple to be in this state of being deeply hurt and sad. But then you just choose to lash out at everything and everyone. Because it partially expresses what you are holding inside of you, but in the incorrect way and through the wrong channel.
“You want to get mad at a spouse, a significant other over something silly just because you want to get some level of expression out to make yourself feel better. And unfortunately, you're getting the wrong expression out. You're going about everything the wrong way.”
In this episode, I will talk about:
- Being angry distracts you from what you’re really going through
- What’s the root cause of your anger?
- How to deal with your anger and feelings.
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This episode, which will be the first in a series, will discuss the stages of grief. There are five stages, and I can truly see how I went through each one on my own. Denial will thus be the first topic we discuss today. Denial is the refusal to accept something's unpleasant actuality or truth. Losing a loved one is thus an unpleasant reality for us. Denial, in fact, can have an impact on you in any circumstance. However, I'm here to discuss grief. And that is what we will refer to it in relation to.
“Short term denial could be where you are just protecting yourself. But you're gathering yourself, you're putting yourself back together. And you're trying to learn a way of accepting the new life you have to live. So for me, it was getting myself back together, putting little pieces back, gathering my thoughts and then learning how I was going to now live my life without my mother and my father.”
In this episode, I will talk about:
- What is Denial?
- How denial is like a defense mechanism.
- When you’re in this stage, it’s not healthy to live in forever
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For today’s episode, I'm going to talk about my encounter with a medium. For those of you who aren't too familiar, a medium is someone who can communicate with our loved ones who have passed on. I have experience with psychics; I used to visit one occasionally when I was in my early 20s, but I never had an encounter with communicating with the dead. And what I want to tell you is that take a chance and make an appointment. And simply enter there with a clear mind of who you want to reach out to and hear from. You'll definitely hear what you need to hear, I promise. Learn more about my experience by listening to this episode!
“I know that there are probably people out there who are skeptics that I totally get that. I have always believed that our loved ones that have passed on are always with us. So, for me hearing that, it just gave validation to like what I've always believed.”
In this episode, I will talk about:
- Sharing to you my experience about going to a medium
- You are going to hear what you need to hear right now in your life.
- It will bring a sense of peace to you that you didn't think you could feel
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Today, we're going to talk about making time for yourself and how significant that is. When we consider taking care of ourselves, we often do it while also caring for others—especially when they are sick, kids, or spouses—and making sure they have what they need. We frequently neglect taking care of ourselves and doing the things we should be doing for ourselves. And it may be anything, like taking some time out of our day to just sit, breathe, practice meditation, listen to music to decompress, read a book, or go on a stroll. Let’s find out in this episode how that mentality can make us guilty. Tune in to this episode and enjoy!
“I have a message to spread, and I need to spread my message. I need to help. And I know there's people out there that need my help, that will benefit from the way I can work with them. So, there's just a huge positive with taking the time for ourselves. We can start little by little, like just taking a half an hour a day to do something for you.”
In this episode, I will talk about:
- Take time for yourself
- What brings you joy?
- What brings you peace?
- When we don’t take the time to do for ourselves when we are ready, we feel guilty
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If you haven't met me or heard why I want to work with clients, that is basically the main objective. As long as people are interested in listening, I plan to continue producing this podcast. I have a lot to say and genuinely want to assist people every day. As a result, I always express my desire to assist and support as many individuals as I can. Let’s talk to each other on this episode!
“I have my life lessons. I have my own perspective I just want to be a friend and I want everyone in my group to walk with me and hang out and do this.”
In this episode, I will talk about:
- Mentorship as a way to get an unbiased opinion on your life.
- Working with people who are going through the hardest times of their life
- When I talk to people who are going through something, they feel safe to share it
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This will be the continuation of my mother’s story. I was able to basically gather myself once I first saw my mom and stumbled outside. I entered her room and sat down beside her. Then I kissed her. She appeared to be unaware that she was looking at me as she did. I'm not sure. She simply wasn't focusing on me. She simply displayed confusion. Simply not there. She couldn't speak, either. She was sort of babbling, and nothing was making any sense. I am aware that the moment will soon arrive; it won't be long.
In other words, I appreciate you walking beside me as we continue down this path, just as I would like to do. We all experience things, even though our journeys and life experiences might not be exactly the same or even that comparable. And we all experience difficult moments and grief. It's going to happen to all of us. Not simultaneously, but rather at various intervals. And every one of us will approach it in a unique way. That is the reason I'm here. All I want to say is that you're not alone.
“I just needed to be with my mom. I didn't need you in my space. It was unnecessary energy I needed to put out that I needed to save for myself on what was going to be the hardest day of my life on the day that everything was going to change for me.”
In this episode, I will talk about:
- What it was like to sit by her bed during her final moments
- My mom’s last moments
- How meeting her co-workers made it harder to leave
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This episode will be the continuation of my mom’s story. My mother went out to dinner with all of her friends/coworkers from the nursing home she was at in the last episode, which I left for you to hear. She truly enjoyed herself and had a great time. She was also grinning the entire time which I am happy about.
My boss was like a mother to me at the time, so I can still remember coming into her office. I was having a rough day, and she did nothing more than listen to me and watch me cry in her office. She was a huge assistance to me at that time. She just gives me a chance to vent when I need to which I really needed during that time.
“There's a plan. You know, everyone says that to you, and things are going really bad and really crappy. Like you have to trust, there's a higher, there's a bigger plan, there's a bigger picture.”
In this episode, I will talk about:
- The part seven of my mother’s story
- The painful thoughts that scared me
- You don't know how strong you are until it's the only choice you have
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Today's episode is the continuation behind my mom’s story. I know all too well about her choice; we were aware of the approach. Because she had actually gone through this radiation cycle twice before. In addition, unlike the lung cancer, this time it was on her scalp. Once more, she made this decision. It’s her choice, her journey. I'm just there to ride it out with her. My mom wanted to go places but she wasn’t able to do that because of the rapid nature of cancer. But she could do the easiest and most fun thing under the circumstances, which was to visit one of her favorite restaurants and pretend for one night that everything was normal and she was out with the girls just hanging out.
“I didn't know obviously at the time how much time was really left and how much that conversation was going to impact me, how much guilt I was gonna hold for that conversation for a very long time, how angry I was gonna be at myself for that conversation.”
In this episode, I will talk about:
- The part six of my mother’s story
- Chemo was a breeze and a way for her but the radiation wasn’t great
- The conversation that impacted me for years
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I did it. Creating this podcast took me a long time, I had to work with an abundance mindset coach and that’s where I decided to push through. I've been limited for a very long time because I don't have the best confidence in my physical appearance. And I've reached the point where I just have to give up. And this is who I am; this is me. Yes, I could change, but I'm content with who I am right now. I came to the conclusion that the point I'm trying to make is what matters. The fact that I want to speak with the person I was years ago is what's significant. I want to work with every quiet person who is struggling and feels alone, such as someone who has an ill parent or other close relative. Or they believe that the person they are speaking to is not hearing them, not understanding what they are saying, and is not looking at them. I'm speaking to that person. I want to be here for you. I want to help you. I want you to be seen. I want you to be heard. I want you to feel safe. That’s what this podcast is like.
I'm now providing one-on-one Voxer help. I also have three one-on-one Voxer support. The three one-on-one phone calls or Zoom calls, the two offerings with voxer and I strongly connect with doing one-on-one call since it is a private experience to go through the road of having terminally ill parents or other loved ones. I experienced that firsthand; nonetheless, all people's circumstances are unique and different. Please reach out to me and I hope to hear from you soon!
“I want to take all of those experiences, all the moments I've yet to share, and try to turn them into something positive. Because when someone says there's a plan, there's a plan, you have to understand there's a bigger plan.”
In this episode, I will talk about:
- The journey of this podcast
- Giving comfort that makes them feel they're not alone
- Having a message to share and to help as many people as I possibly can
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Today's episode is going to be a continuation of my mom's story. When my mom’s oncologist told us that she was terminally ill, I know for a fact that at some point, we will not stay forever in the hospital. She would either enter a nursing home or we would return to our home. Fortunately for my mother, she was employed by a nearby nursing home that was from a rehab and she had a choice to go there. And that’s where the dilemma starts.
“I just had to take a deep breath. And say, in front of all these people that were not only her coworkers, but her friends to say my mom's ultimate plan is to pass away. There is no “she's coming home after this”, there is no “she's magically going to be better”. That's just not a possibility.”
In this episode, I will talk about:
- The part five of my mother’s story
- Demanding an evaluation
- It was hard to tell them that but I explained more of the situation about how the cancer had spread and that there was no coming back from it
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This episode will be the continuation of the series regarding my mom and her cancer journey. About a little less than a week after her birthday, something doesn’t seem right. She’s having trouble remembering things; she’s really scared. Her final day in the condo and our final car ride together were that day. At the time, we were ignorant of that. That's what it was, though. She would never return. There are so many items left lying around, like Christmas decorations that remained up because she thought she would return. She would never eat whatever was pulled out of the fridge for dinner. She wouldn't return there ever again.
If you personally know me, as I hope you do, then I'm sure you've heard this story before. I appreciate you listening once more. Perhaps you overheard something that you weren't aware of. But just know that I value you. I appreciate everyone who has stayed with me through all of these episodes and given this their full attention.
“I got so emotional standing behind my mom's wheelchair while they were wheeling her through the hallway. And all the nurses were waving and saying good luck, Kathy. You got this Kathy but then seeing tears in their eyes like they knew what was going to come they knew that the ending wasn't going to be that great and I guess I subconsciously knew how this was gonna go”
In this episode, I will talk about:
- The part four of my mother’s story
- Why my mom doesn’t want additional treatments after knowing she have brain cancer
- The conversation with the Doctor
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In today’s episode, which is part three in a series, I'll continue talking about my mother Kathy's battle with cancer. In the previous episode, I left off as she entered the radiation phase. For me, it seems like that period of time passed quickly because I only attended her doctor's consultation because her primary oncologist wasn't there. While attempting to recover and concentrating on her current illness and her experiences. And I am aware that if you haven't experienced it, listening to it might be confusing. Additionally, I was viewing it from a distance. I am, after all, the daughter. She is dealing with her own illness. She will soon pass away, if she were thinking such. She observes my father's illness and worries that he will soon pass away.
It was an extremely difficult and perplexing issue. And that's part of the reason why I now feel the need to discuss it and make it public. Hopefully someone will hear this and it strikes a chord with you and to be aware that you are not alone in this.
“The news that she was going to hear it was hard to understand that only days later from her celebrating her 61st birthday that we would be sitting in an emergency room hearing the news that would change everything in ways that I could not possibly imagine everything was going to change.”
In this episode, I will talk about:
- The part three of my mother’s story
- The radiation phase
- How my dad’s disease was progressing while being in the nursing home and how it connected with my mom’s story
This episode will be the continuation of my mom’s story and the journey that we went through together when she was diagnosed with lung cancer. My mother's condition was updated before the appointment, and it was discovered that she had stage four lung cancer. Additionally, following a second scan, they discovered a tiny spot on the front of her brain. To be in a situation like this, I cannot do anything to fix it. I sincerely hope that this is able to provide some comfort to anyone out there who may be going through a similar circumstance. I want to be as open and honest as I can.
“To know I couldn't control the situation. Like I said, I couldn't fix it. There was nothing I could do to fix this situation. I didn't have the control over what was going on. All I could do was be there for her and take the lead from her. be her advocate be her note taker be her question asker.”
In this episode, I will talk about:
- Continuation of my mom’s story
- Being diagnosed with lung cancer
- Knowing what my mom’s wishes were and understanding that I cannot do anything about it
In today’s episode, I will talk about my mom. This is a hard story in my life to relive but I want to get this story out and share it with you guys. My mom is a social butterfly; she could just make a friend anywhere whether in grocery store, local laundromat, at a restaurant, and anywhere. I would like for everybody listening to this to learn something—whether it be from my mother and the way she handled people by giving each person a chance and showing respect—or from the message.
“It was hard because this was a problem. I couldn't fix this. I couldn't solve this one. No level of organization. Nothing could fix this situation. I just had to hope that the situation would go away at some point. I had to hope that it would get better.”
In this episode, I will talk about:
- A multi part episode about my mom
- Sharing my mother’s story
- Treating people with respect regardless of who they are
This episode, I will talk about the reflections I've had in celebrating my birthday. The shift comes every year celebrating my day, realizing that there are so many people that usually present but not anymore. My hope is that you never feel alone, you never feel like you're singled out, you're the only one because you're not.
“Yeah, I definitely hold on to the memories of when I was younger, a lot more. And once I got to the point like in my late 20s, my birthday was just usually something my mom and I would do together. Usually it was go to a movie together and then go to lunch, or we go shopping, and then go and get lunch. So that was always something I looked forward to, because that was just our time. And I remember distinctively the last birthday, I celebrated with her. I was, I don't know, I don't think I was in the best mood that day. For whatever reason. I wasn't into it. For some reason. I don't know if it's, I sensed something was coming or I don't know. It's hard to explain. ”
In this episode, I will talk about:
- The dynamic changes
- The presence of people important to you
- Sharing memories
- How to celebrate freely and happily
This episode, I will talk about the power of journaling and how it help me cope up and heal. I will also share my little secret so you can try it as well.
“And in a way by writing these letters, I was keeping them up to date with what was going on and what I was thinking and what I was going through through my eyes. Because yes, I do believe that they are always watching over me, and they're always there for me.”
In this episode, I will talk about:
- Simple practice that really helped me in the beginning
- The power of expressing your thoughts
- How important journaling is
- How journaling helps you heal
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This episode is a continuation of my story about my Dad. This will cover more about the time period from the nursing home to when he passed away.
“My dad did not want to live the way that he was living. I knew he just wanted to feel healthy again. I knew he just wanted to see my mom. I mean, yes, it was sad. Yes, I cried. Yes, I drove all the way up to the nursing home and record timing just to see him one last time, even though he was already gone. But I was at peace as well. In a way I knew he was finally healthy again. And seeing my mom and all his memories were back. At least that's what I think.”
In this episode, I will talk about:
- My dad being in the nursing home
- Facing with death
- Our final moment with my Dad
- My realization as a duaghter
Welcome to another episode. In this episode, I will talk about my dad, the trials, how we faced the most challenging season in our life.
”Even though it was a bad time, those are the times I miss. Unfortunately, you know the laughter did stop at some point. And then you'd face reality for a second. In regards to, is he going to have another stroke? Is that one going to be the last one? Is that going to take him away? And those thoughts slowly come in. What am I going to do without my dad? What is my life going to be like without my dad?
In this episode, I will talk about:
- My dad and his biggest challenge in life
- The unending thought came to me
- Facing with reality
- And so much more!
Welcome to the Let Me Walk With You Podcast! This is my very first episode and finally decided to do this. I have a message to share, I have a path that I know I'm supposed to be going down. And I am definitely at a place in my life now where I realized that I need to do this.
“This is a huge step for me. And to just continue working on building my coaching business, and just having as many people in my world as possible that I can work with and we can all go down this journey together. Like I say, come take a walk with me. We are going to walk in the biggest group possible and it's going to be amazing. The support that you're going to feel the love, you're going to feel, the hope, the safety, the possibilities are endless, my friend, they are endless.”
In this episode, I will talk about:
- My purpose for this podcast
- I will share a little bit about me and my journey
- Being vulnerable and sharing something to the world
- Supporting people
- My life as a coach
- And so much more!