Stories that Empower

Bridey is a survivor of childhood abuse. She developed resilience, optimism and bravery. Bridey hopes that writing her memoir, Bright Eyes, may help others find hope and feel empowered. She shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: https://bridey-thelenheidel.com tags: Bridey Thelen-Heidel, Bright Eyes, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, encourage, encouraging, encouragement,… Continue reading 460 Bridey Thelen-Heidel

Penny is an adult survivor of childhood abuse. She enabled herself to become whole and happy. Penny hopes that her memoir of escape, empowerment and triumph in hope may help others heal. She shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: https://pennylanewriter.com tags: Penny Lane, writer, author, Redeemed, A Memoir of a Stolen Childhood, story, stories,… Continue reading 459 Penny Lane

John A. Dailey talks about his book “Tough Rugged Bastards”, a memoir of an ordinary guy who seized an extraordinary opportunity to become one of the most elite war fighters in America during the most volatile times in the Global War on Terror. He shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: https://jadailey.com tags: John A.… Continue reading 458 John A. Dailey

Nationally acclaimed game show host, creativity coach and author Gene S. Jones has entertained and inspired audiences for more than four decades. Gene’s latest book Modern Wisdom provides a world of profound insights, valuable life lessons and advice to help you live a better life. He shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: https://genejoneswisdom.com tags:… Continue reading 457 Gene S. Jones

In 2022 Ali Horriyat founded Compassiviste after personally experiencing the detrimental social impact of unchecked capitalism, indifference, and unbridled greed. He believes that a world of compassion and harmony is attainable if each of us commits to love always, and always love. Ali shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: https://compassiviste.com tags: Ali Horriyat, Compassiviste,… Continue reading 456 Ali Horriyat

Kelly James Clark, Ph.D. (University of Notre Dame), is Distinguished Professor of Philosophy. He is the author, editor, or co-author of more than thirty books. He writes broadly and speaks widely on compassion, tolerance and peace. Kelly strives to bring philosophy into the public life and uses the academic life to bring people together. He… Continue reading 455 Kelly James Clark

Anne discusses her debut novel, God Bless the Child. It is the first in a three-book series, The Women of Paradise County. Nestled in the heart of America’s Midwest, the fictional Paradise County is where the wounded create spaces and places for themselves that simmer just beneath the surface. The dysfunction leaps off the first… Continue reading 454 Anne Heinrich

Anna always knew she wanted a child. She chose to adopt a child and raise him as a single mother. Anna shares the challenges and joys of adopting and becoming a mother. She considers her family of two to be a miracle of life. Anna shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: https://annamonardo.com tags: Anna… Continue reading 453 Anna Monardo

Laine began her career as an actress and athlete. She struggled to handle rejection and felt she wasn’t good enough. Her trajectory of life changed. Laine started her own business. Today, she empowers others as a freelance trainer. She shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: https://facebook.com/lainedsouzafitness tags: Laine D’Souza, writer, author, Confidence Unleashed, story,… Continue reading 452 Laine D’Souza

Many days in intensive care involving multiple Near Death Experiences brought Laurie a new mission. She heard God clearly tell her: learn energy work and become a hospice worker and something will come through you that will change something on the planet. She pursued those things, and then one Monday in 2016 while Laurie and… Continue reading 451 Laurie Curtin

DJ’s former husband, Norm, changed her for a lifetime and gave her a deeper understanding about giving and receiving love. He helped her change the way she viewed the world with fascination and joy. Norm opened her eyes and heart with joy, courage and curiosity for the world. DJ shares the following nuggets of life… Continue reading 450 DJ Green

Holly teaches as an adjunct professor, runs her own psychotherapy practice and is the author of “All I Know”. She spends her days exploring relationships—learning what brings people together, keeps them together, and pulls them apart. She witnesses brave journeys of self-discovery and sees the difficult choices people are called upon to make, all of… Continue reading 449 Holly LaBarbera

When Kay was diagnosed with breast cancer, she lost her job and her medical insurance. She surrounded herself with supportive people. Kay took the leap, prepared and trusted herself to make the move to write novels. She shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: https://kayaoliver.com tags: Kay A. Oliver, award-winning author, Television Academy member, prominent… Continue reading 448 Kay A. Oliver

In high school, Shaan was a good student who got As and Bs. However, he was a poor standardized test-taker. He had a lot of test anxiety, had no idea how to prepare for standardized exams, and received only an average score on his first SAT. After spending hundreds of hours studying for the SAT… Continue reading 447 Dr. Shaan Patel

Glenn shares the story of his parents, Lyle and Marylin Hileman. It’s a story of overcoming adversity. His parents left a legacy never to be forgotten. Challenges come early and often, yet their determination and faith pushed them forward in pursuing their dreams. Glenn shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: https://yellowhouseinthemountains.com tags: Glenn Hileman,… Continue reading 446 Glenn Hileman