In this episode of Adventures in Adversity, I had the honor of sitting down with Nisha Batra—a brilliant early childhood educator and fierce advocate for people with disabilities.

Nisha opens up about her experience living with a nonverbal learning disability and how it’s shaped her purpose: helping children understand the beauty of difference.

Our conversation moved through some powerful terrain—from how we can teach inclusion early, to why it’s critical that we stop waiting for disability to enter the room before we talk about it.

We unpacked the quiet weight of invisible disabilities and the importance of creating space for those stories to breathe.

Nisha reminds us that compassion isn’t just a virtue—it’s a strategy for social change. And that storytelling, when done with truth and vulnerability, can be one of the most powerful tools for advocacy.

This episode is a tribute to that truth—and to the idea that being different isn’t something to overcome, but something to honor.

Follow Nisha on Instagram - @theswantransformation

Additional resources:

⁠Inclusive Canada ⁠

People for Education Canada

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In the very first episode of my friend and business partner's new venture, The Results of Kindness Podcast, I sit down with the brilliant Meral Alizada to dig into a topic that’s become impossible to ignore: the alarming rise of narcissism in the workplace.

This isn’t just a personality quirk we’re talking about—it’s a pattern that quietly poisons culture, causes high turnover, and kills productivity.

I’ve seen it.

I’ve felt it.

And I know I’m not alone.

Together, we explore what narcissistic behavior looks like on the job—not just the obvious red flags, but the more insidious ways it shows up in meetings, performance reviews, and team dynamics.

We talk about the emotional aftermath for those who endure it, and why so many people stay silent.

Narcissists often wear the mask of charisma, but behind it is manipulation, gaslighting, and a staggering lack of empathy.

We also dive into why emotional intelligence isn’t optional anymore—it’s essential. If companies want to thrive, they need to wake up to these toxic dynamics and put real structures in place to protect their people.

Kindness, boundaries, self-awareness—these aren't just “nice to haves.”

They’re the new currency of leadership.

This episode isn’t just a conversation—it’s the beginning of a movement.

Results of Kindness is about telling the truth, even when it’s uncomfortable, and creating space for growth, healing, and change.

If you’ve ever felt the emotional weight of working with a narcissist, this one’s for you.

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Connect with Results of Kindness (ROK) on LinkedIn

In this episode, I sit down with coach, speaker, and podcast host ⁠Meghann Dawson⁠ to talk about her powerful journey through trauma, chronic pain, and deep personal healing.

She opens up about the family challenges she’s faced, the lessons she’s learned, and how she’s turned pain into purpose.

We talk about the messy middle—the part no one wants to talk about—and why self-love and community are crucial in that space.

Meghann also shares her coaching approach, "The Imperfect Level Up", which is all about self-discovery, healing, and finding your way forward, even when the path isn’t clear.

This one’s for anyone who's felt stuck, broken, or unsure where to begin.

There’s something sacred about telling the truth, and this episode is a reminder of the power of sharing your story—mess and all.

Visit ⁠Meghann's coaching & speaking website⁠

Listen to Meghann's podcast: ⁠Becoming is Messy⁠

Follow Meghann on Instagram: ⁠@Becomingismessy

Connect with Meghann on Facebook