『Adventures in Adversity: an inspirational podcast』のカバーアート

Adventures in Adversity: an inspirational podcast

Adventures in Adversity: an inspirational podcast

著者： Bre Wilson
無料で聴く

概要

 Real people. True stories. Daily inspiration. Turn adversity into adventure, 1 podcast episode at a time. #NarcissisticAbuseSurvivor #ShareYourStoryBre Wilson 心理学 心理学・心の健康 衛生・健康的な生活
エピソード
  • Ep. 78: What if we could face death, not fear it? 1:1 with Death Doula & Writer Niki DiGaetano

    Ep. 78: What if we could face death, not fear it? 1:1 with Death Doula & Writer Niki DiGaetano
    2026/02/09
    Living with the reality that our days are numbered can feel terrifying, but it can also be a doorway into deeper love, sharper presence, and a more honest life. In this episode, I sit down with Niki DiGaetaeno, Death Doula, Funeral Planner, & Grief Supporter to talk about what really happens when we stop looking away from death and start letting it shape how we live, love, and plan.Follow Niki on InstagramRead Niki's blogFind out about Niki's bookNiki shares her path from the Appalachian Trail to end-of-life work, what it's like sitting at the bedside, and why legacy, grief, and story are at the heart of how she serves. We get into the very human side of dying...the paperwork and planning, yes, but also the fear, the tenderness, the family dynamics, and the power of being fully present when it matters most. You'll hear us talk about:What a death doula actually doesHow hospice and doula care weave togetherGrief “hierarchies", pet loss, & losing primary attachment figuresHow validating our own experience can open the door to healing Why end-of-life wishes are one of the greatest gifts we can give people we loveWoven through it all are the lessons Niki carried off the Appalachian Trail, about impermanence, resilience, and finding beauty in what doesn’t last. Timestamps00:00 – Intro + how this conversation came to be 00:30 – What a death doula is and how they support end-of-life experiences 04:38 – Why planning ahead/getting your affairs in order brings relief to everyone 09:07 – Niki’s path into death work through adversity, mental health, and purpose 12:35 – Where hospice ends & doulas step in 15:29 – What actually happens in hospice, including active dying phases 18:54 – The emotional experience of sitting with the dying and their families 22:35 – Facing the reality of death and practicing intentional presence 30:16 – Managing big emotions for patients, caregivers, and loved ones 33:40 – Legacy stories, guided autobiographies, & the healing power of storytelling36:10 – How our culture treats death and how acceptance changes the way we live 43:17 – Pets as attachment figures and why their loss can rock us 45:33 – Grief validation and the trap of the “Grief Olympics” 50:34 – Practical end-of-life planning and core legal documents to consider56:22 – Spiritual perspectives and personal beliefs about what happens after death63:37 – What nature and time backpacking on trails revealed to Niki 67:52 – Trail lessons that translate into life, grief, and death work 75:24 – Choosing to live intentionally in the face of mortality 78:55 – Presence, ambition, and finding a more grounded pace in life 81:35 – The deep interconnectedness of life, death, and living fully 84:45 – Final reflections on honoring impermanence + showing love while we’re hereResourcesFive WishesAging with DignityInternational End of Life Doula AssociationWhat is a death doula?Follow Adventures in Adversity on Instagram & FacebookThis episode of Adventures in Adversity is sponsored by DIVINI, a honey-based sparkling kombucha tea. Use discount code Breanne10 at checkout for a discount!#death #deathdoula #endoflife #hospicecare #endoflifecare
    続きを読む 一部表示
    1 時間 29 分
  • Ep. 77: Amber’s story - Losing her son Kyle to fentanyl, recovering from abuse, & finding healing

    Ep. 77: Amber’s story - Losing her son Kyle to fentanyl, recovering from abuse, & finding healing
    2026/02/02

    In this episode of Adventures and Adversity, I sit down with Amber, a woman whose journey exemplifies the strength it takes to rise from unimaginable hardship.

    Amber opens up about her life with raw honesty, taking us through years marked by early motherhood at age 16, toxic relationships, addiction, trauma, and profound grief.

    Through it all, her story is one of courage, faith, and rediscovery, proof that even in our darkest moments, healing and transformation are possible.

    In our conversation, Amber shares:

    • What it was like becoming a mother at 16 and navigating a turbulent family dynamic.
    • Her experiences in troubled relationships and the pain of addiction and betrayal.
    • The powerful story behind her sobriety, now five years strong, and her renewed spiritual connection.
    • The heartbreaking loss of her son Kyle to fentanyl this past November, the grief that followed, and the signs she feels from his spirit in nature.
    • Insights about healing from narcissistic abuse, rebuilding self-worth, and finding community through service.
    • How sharing her truth has become both a personal act of healing and a way to help others find theirs.

    This episode is a reminder that even after immense loss and suffering, we have the power to transform pain into purpose. Amber’s story calls us to be honest with ourselves, with others, and with whatever higher power guides us, because recovery and renewal begin there.

    Helpful resources:

    • Celebrate Recovery
    • Book: The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk
    • Resources for Narcissistic Abuse Recovery
    • Spiritual Significance of Eagles and Doves
    • Native American Spirituality and Connection to Nature

    Connect with Amber on Instagram

    Follow Adventures in Adversity on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook

    This episode of Adventures in Adversity is sponsored by ⁠DIVINI, a honey-based sparkling kombucha tea⁠. Use discount code Breanne10 at checkout.
    続きを読む 一部表示
    1 時間 16 分
  • Ep. 76: Find strength in being YOU w/Dr. Kendal Anderson, DPT, author of children’s book "Different..."

    Ep. 76: Find strength in being YOU w/Dr. Kendal Anderson, DPT, author of children’s book "Different..."
    2026/01/28

    This episode of Adventures in Adversity is sponsored by DIVINI, a honey-based sparkling kombucha tea. Use code Breanne10 at checkout for a discount!

    Adventures in Adversity on Instagram & Facebook

    You know those people who just radiate warmth and authenticity the moment you meet them? That’s my friend, Kendal Anderson. She’s a doctor, a physical therapist, an author, a mom, a wife, an entrepreneur, and honestly, just one of the kindest souls I know.

    ⁠⁠Buy Kendal's children's book, "Different..."⁠⁠

    In this episode, we chat about how we first met at a fashion event (because life has a funny way of connecting the right people at the right time) and dive into the story behind her beautiful NEW children’s book, "Different."

    Kendal shares what inspired her to write it and why helping kids embrace who they are is so close to her heart.

    From there, we get real about what it’s like to work as a Doctor of Physical Therapy in an acute care California hospital, the power of empathy, and how adversity can actually shape us in the best ways.

    Kendal’s perspective on faith, personal growth, and finding purpose through challenges is inspiring and can be applied to everyday life, no matter what your daily life looks like.

    This conversation with my awesome friend is full of reminders that being “different” isn’t something to fix. It’s something to celebrate.

    Takeaways:

    • Our differences are what make us shine.
    • Kindness and empathy go a long way, especially when things get hard.
    • Adversity often prepares us for something greater.
    • You never know what someone’s carrying or how far a kind word can go.

    Sound Bites:

    • “Adversity can prepare you for something greater.”
    • “Being different is so beautiful.”
    • “You never know what someone is carrying.”

    Chapters:

    00:00 Our Friendship Story

    04:17 The Inspiration Behind Different

    09:58 Writing a Children’s Book

    14:41 Embracing What Makes Us Unique

    24:44 Kendal’s Work as a Physical Therapist

    30:07 Finding Strength Through Adversity

    41:10 Faith and Growth

    55:27 Reflections on Gratitude and Purpose

    LINQ Wellness is a women-owned business created by licensed Doctors of Physical Therapy who believe in "Living in Quality."

    Check out Kendal's business

    "We are invested in optimizing wellness for individuals and groups at home, in their community, and in their workplace. Our team is comprised of brain, body, and movement experts who believe in the brain and body connection.

    At LINQ, we help individuals and groups optimize their movement and feel good in their bodies, no matter where they are physically and mentally. We specialize in custom wellness programs that cater to the evolving needs of individuals at various stages of life."

    #childrensbooks #different #embracedifferences #kidsbooks #physicaltherapy
    続きを読む 一部表示
    1 時間 7 分
まだレビューはありません