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Cystic Fibrosis (or 65 Roses to kids with CF who can't quite pronounce such a scientific term) is a progressive terminal illness that is genetically transmitted. CF primarily affects the lungs and digestive system. The body produces thick and sticky mucus that can clog the lungs and obstruct the pancreas. Cystic Fibrosis can be life-threatening, and people with the condition tend to have a shorter-than-normal life span. This is a basic definition of Cystic Fibrosis. The scientific definition. A definition that fails to even scrape the surface of this illness. In order to better explain just what CF is and how it affects the lives of the patients who live with it and the people who love them - I decided to speak to two families who have been directly impacted by this illness: The Higginbothams and The Corrys. The Higginbothams you will be hearing from: Steve, Ellen Ann, Kate, Meg, Matthew and Sandra (Matthew's wife) The Corrys you will be hearing from: Jack, Toni, John-Patrick, Ryan, Mary and Kaitlyn (Me! - Ryan's wife) Each person has a unique perspective on CF and is here to share their personal experiences and raise awareness! The 65 Roses Series will be 5 parts: Chapter I • A Mother's Love ft. Ellen Ann Higginbotham & Toni Corry Chapter II • A Father's Bond ft. Steve Higginbotham & Jack Corry Chapter III • My First Friends: A Sibling's Perspective ft. Kate Higginbotham, Meg Higginbotham, John-Patrick Corry & Mary (Corry) Field Chapter IV • In Sickness and In Health: A Wife's Persective ft. Sandra Higginbotham & Kaitlyn Corry Chapter V • The Trilogy: Direct from the Patient ft. Matthew Higginbotham & Ryan Corry

Cystic Fibrosis (or 65 Roses to kids with CF who can't quite pronounce such a scientific term) is a progressive terminal illness that is genetically transmitted. CF primarily affects the lungs and digestive system. The body produces thick and sticky mucus that can clog the lungs and obstruct the pancreas. Cystic Fibrosis can be life-threatening, and people with the condition tend to have a shorter-than-normal life span. This is a basic definition of Cystic Fibrosis. The scientific definition. A definition that fails to even scrape the surface of this illness. In order to better explain just what CF is and how it affects the lives of the patients who live with it and the people who love them - I decided to speak to two families who have been directly impacted by this illness: The Higginbothams and The Corrys. The Higginbothams you will be hearing from: Steve, Ellen Ann, Kate, Meg, Matthew and Sandra (Matthew's wife) The Corrys you will be hearing from: Jack, Toni, John-Patrick, Ryan, Mary and Kaitlyn (Me! - Ryan's wife) Each person has a unique perspective on CF and is here to share their personal experiences and raise awareness!  The 65 Roses Series will be 5 parts: Chapter I • A Mother's Love ft. Ellen Ann Higginbotham & Toni Corry Chapter II • A Father's Bond ft. Steve Higginbotham & Jack Corry Chapter III • My First Friends: A Sibling's Perspective ft. Kate Higginbotham, Meg Higginbotham, John-Patrick Corry & Mary (Corry) Field Chapter IV • In Sickness and In Health: A Wife's Persective ft. Sandra Higginbotham & Kaitlyn Corry Chapter V • The Trilogy: Direct from the Patient ft. Matthew Higginbotham & Ryan Corry

Fitness & Wellness Coach, Carolyn Casper, joins me to discuss her journey toward starting her business.   We discuss:   • Following your passion  • Overcoming fear of judgement • The importance of sustainability in our diet/exercise regimen  • The importance of having a positive support system   >>Stay Social< Follow on Instagram: @CoachCCasper E-mail with Inquiries: CarolynVCasper@gmail.com

Intuitive coach, breath work facilitator & founder and CEO of Anna The Anxiety Coach, Anna Papaioannou, joins me to discuss her personal journey of suffering a traumatic incident at age 10 and how that experience changed the course of her life and ultimately created the path for her life's work!  • We discuss: • Trauma response • Building a strong foundation through baby steps • Finding a like-minded community  • Turning our life's experience into our life's work  • Benefits of breath work, cold showers, salt water & grounding  • DOING THE DAMN WORK! ..& much more! >>Stay Social< Instagram: @AnnaTheAnxietyCoach Website: www.AnnaTheAnxietyCoach.com Podcast: The Anxiety Gal Podcast (Subscribe on Apple/Spotify!)  https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-anxiety-gal-podcast/id1510679928

My husband, Ryan Corry, joins me for EPISODE 50(!) of WonderFilledWeek to discuss what life has been like in the Q for a year! • Support The Show by Rating & Reviewing on iTunes! • Follow on Instagram: @WonderFilledWeek • @RyanMCorry

*TRIGGER WARNING*: This episode contains sensitive subject matter that may be triggering to some— please proceed with caution; TW: Cancer, Death, Loss of a parent; Co-Founder of Untangle Grief, Emma Dutton, joins me to discuss her personal journey of navigating life after loss and turning her grief into action.  We discuss:  • Losing a loved one  • Navigating life after loss   • Following your 'gut'  • Grief & healing  • Untangle Grief App  ...& much more! >>Stay Social< Instagram: @UntangleGrief Twitter: @UntangleGrief Facebook: @UntangleGrief Website: www.UntangleGrief.com Untangled Grief App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/untangle-grief-support/id1509332463 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-dutton-3aa3408a

*TRIGGER WARNING*: This episode contains sensitive subject matter that may be triggering to some— please proceed with caution; TW: Death, Loss of a Child, Death of a child; Grief Coach & Host of Grieving Moms Podcast, Megan Hillukka, joins me to discuss her personal journey of navigating life after loss and turning her grief into action. We discuss: • Coping with the loss of a child • Navigating life after loss • Trauma/Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) • The Importance of Therapy • Grief Coaching ...& much more! >>Stay Social< Instagram: @CultivatedFamily Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cultivatedfamily/ Website: www.MeganHillukka.com Grieving Moms Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grieving-moms-podcast/id1473859194

*TRIGGER WARNING*: This episode contains sensitive subject matter that may be triggering to some— please proceed with caution; TW: Eating Disorders; TW: Depression  Self-Love & Mental Health Author and founder of New Luna Press publishing house, Lauren Dow, joins me to discuss her personal journey of navigating life with mental health struggles and a diagnosed eating disorder. • We discuss:  • Imposter Syndrome • Being Vulnerable • Grief & Healing • Advice on broaching the topic of Eating Disorders with a loved one • Advice on how to be ally to a loved one with an Eating Disorder • Lauren's Book: 'In Body I Trust' • Lauren's Journal: 'Your Wild Journal' >>Stay Social< Instagram: @LaurenDowWrites Twitter: @LaurenDowWrites Facebook: @LaurenDowWrites Website: www.LaurenDow.com  Book: 'In Body I Trust' - Available for preorder on Amazon and Barnes & Noble  https://www.amazon.com/Body-I-Trust-Lauren-Dow/dp/1736572504 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/in-body-i-trust-lauren-dow/1138740365 Journal: 'Your Wild Journal' - Available for purchase on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Your-Wild-Journal-Perspective-Creativity/dp/B08JKWPXCB

Nick Di Brizzi, founder of The Breathe Like A Boss Foundation, joins me to discuss his experience with Cystic Fibrosis, his double-lung transplant journey and his mission to leave his mark on the world through raising awareness & paying it forward through his non-profit organization! • We discuss:    • The importance of a support system in times of need  • The impact of being an organ donor (www.OrganDonor.gov) • The power of gratitude & a positive attitude   ..& much more!   >>Stay Social

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist, Sadaf Siddiqi, joins me to discuss her work & her brand, Being. We discuss:    • The stigma surrounding mental health  • How to set achievable goals & sustainable habits  • The importance of accessibility when it comes to mental health resources  ..& much more!  >>Stay Social< • Instagram: @Your.Being • E-mail With Inquiries: being.information@gmail.com • Website: www.SadafSiddiqi.com

It is a new year & I am treating this turning of the page as a fresh start! Time to prioritize physical & mental health! • Fitness expert, Josh Shibata, joins the show to discuss honoring & challenging yourself, seeking the good in the world & the link between mental & physical health! • Tune in! Stay Social: Instagram: @SoCalShowDownJosh Facebook: Josh Shibata

On this very special episode I have the honor of welcoming co-founder of ‘We Are All One Story’, Ralph DeQuebec.   In addition to his work with We Are All One Story, Ralph is also a United States Marine Corps Veteran, Purple Heart Recipient, Paralympic Gold Medalist & a true inspiration. Tune in to hear us chat teamwork, determination, drive, passion, hard-work, trauma, depression/mental health and so much more! Stay Social: Instagram: @WeAreAllOneStory • @MrBenjaminBoom • @WonderFilledWeek  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/WeAreAllOneStory Website: https://WeAreAllOneStory.net/

It's the most WONDERFILLED time of the year, but now more than ever, small businesses need our support!  Join me as I sit down with small business owner, Debbie Dexter, owner of BROWS Studio City.   Debbie details her life's journey as a single mom, LITERAL rockstar, esthetician, and BADASS small business owner! We chat confidence, anxiety, fear, agism, pivoting during a pandem and shopping/eating local! Stay Social: Instagram: @BrowsStudioCity and @TopangaBrows Website: www.BrowsStudioCity.com Product Line: Girl. Boom. Pow. Powder. Duo. Wonderland.

On this very special episode I have the honor of welcoming founder and lead creative of ‘We Are All One Story’, Jose Lugo.   Jose is set to release his memoir - Love, Faith and Violence: A True Song and Story next month - November 2020. Stay Social: Instagram: @WeAreAllOneStory • @WonderFilledWeek  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/WeAreAllOneStory Website: https://WeAreAllOneStory.net/

On this very special episode I have the honor of sharing time and space with the one and only Nikki Boyer. Nikki is an actress, singer,  3-time Emmy Award WINNING host - and that doesn't even BEGIN to scratch the surface of her talents, accolades or passion projects. Nikki is the host of the powerful podcast: Dying For Sex, the uplifting podcast: The Daily Smile, and co-host of the hilarious podcast: Straight Talk With Ross. Nikki is the passionate life coach behind Talk It Out With Nikki Boyer and one half of the acoustic pop/alternative band The Cardboard Cutouts which blends catchy hooks with a stripped down vibe.  We chat all things connection, friendship, positivity, life, loss and so much more! Listen to the Dying For Sex Podcast: https://wondery.com/shows/dying-for-sex/ Listen to The Daily Smile Podcast: https://wondery.com/shows/the-daily-smile/  Learn more about Talk It Out Life Coaching: https://talkitoutlifecoach.com Listen to Nikki & her fiancé, Tommy's, band The Cardboard Cutouts: http://nikkiboyer.com/music-1-1/ Listen to the Straight Talk With Ross Podcast: https://www.straighttalkwithross.com  Stay Social: Instagram: @NikkiBoyer • @WonderFilledWeek Twitter: @NikkiBoyer • @WonderFilledWk Website: www.NikkiBoyer.com

Guest: Andrea Luzitano - Postpartum Doula, Infant Sleep Solutions Coach & Bengkung-Style Bellybind Artist Stay Social: Instagram: @UponArrivalDoula • @WonderFilledWeek Facebook: Upon Arrival  • WonderFilledWeek Website: https://www.uponarrivaldoula.com Remember: Belly Binders and a session with a Post-Partum Doula both make excellent baby shower gifts! Reminder: You don’t have to be “Superman” or “WonderWoman” - IT IS OK TO ASK FOR HELP! YOU CAN’T POUR FROM AN EMPTY CUP - Nourish Yourself. Song in this episode: 'The Doula Love Song'

Author of Fancy AF Cocktails and host of Everything Iconic, Danny Pellegrino, joins me to discuss men & mental health and the stigma that surrounds it. Medical News Today Article by Dr. Maria Cohut -  Men's mental health: 'Man up' is not the answer Online Psychologist Mentioned - Instagram: @DrAdrienneMeier • Website: https://www.drmeier.com  Stay Social x Instagram: @DannyPellegrino • @WonderFilledWeek Listen to Danny's Podcast: Everything Iconic  Check out Danny's Book: Fancy AF Cocktails Featured Song: "Life" by Ivy Sole ft. Dave B.  Musician Instagram: @IvySole

Today’s episode marks the start of a new collection of content.  Introducing WonderFilledWeek presents: The Passion Meets Purpose Series. (PxP) These episodes will spotlight people who have found what they are passionate about in life and converted that into a mission for their life’s work.  PxP #ONE: Guest - Ava Viohl  At only 16 years old, Ava gave a TEDx Talk about how societal pressures and the media’s narrow view of beauty contributed to her negative body image and eating disorder in middle school. Now 18, Ava is using her experience and platform to educate and inspire others with her organization Unbeauty Mark where she encourages people of all walks of life to celebrate their unbeauty marks, or what societal standards may deem flaws. Ava believes that there is more than one definition of Beauty and we should learn to see and celebrate this truth. Please enjoy this conversation with Ava Viohl! Stay Social: Instagram: @Unbeauty_Mark • @WonderFilledWeek Twitter, Facebook & YouTube: @UnbeautyMark • @WonderFilledWeek Webite: www.UnbeautyMark.com  Ava’s TEDx Talk: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=r-p8hwEIQ64 Ava's Interview with The Power of Love Show: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=gIo9AH5_7bU

Cystic Fibrosis (or 65 Roses to kids with CF who can't quite pronounce such a scientific term) is a progressive terminal illness that is genetically transmitted. CF primarily affects the lungs and digestive system. The body produces thick and sticky mucus that can clog the lungs and obstruct the pancreas. Cystic Fibrosis can be life-threatening, and people with the condition tend to have a shorter-than-normal life span. This is a basic definition of Cystic Fibrosis. The scientific definition. A definition that fails to even scrape the surface of this illness. In order to better explain just what CF is and how it affects the lives of the patients who live with it and the people who love them - I decided to speak to two families who have been directly impacted by this illness: The Higginbothams and The Corrys. The Higginbothams you will be hearing from: Steve, Ellen Ann, Kate, Meg, Matthew and Sandra (Matthew's wife) The Corrys you will be hearing from: Jack, Toni, John-Patrick, Ryan, Mary and Kaitlyn (Me! - Ryan's wife) Each person has a unique perspective on CF and is here to share their personal experiences and raise awareness! The 65 Roses Series will be 5 parts: Chapter I • A Mother's Love ft. Ellen Ann Higginbotham & Toni Corry Chapter II • A Father's Bond ft. Steve Higginbotham & Jack Corry Chapter III • My First Friends: A Sibling's Perspective ft. Kate Higginbotham, Meg Higginbotham, John-Patrick Corry & Mary (Corry) Field Chapter IV • In Sickness and In Health: A Wife's Persective ft. Sandra Higginbotham & Kaitlyn Corry Chapter V • The Trilogy: Direct from the Patient ft. Matthew Higginbotham & Ryan Corry

Cystic Fibrosis (or 65 Roses to kids with CF who can't quite pronounce such a scientific term) is a progressive terminal illness that is genetically transmitted. CF primarily affects the lungs and digestive system. The body produces thick and sticky mucus that can clog the lungs and obstruct the pancreas. Cystic Fibrosis can be life-threatening, and people with the condition tend to have a shorter-than-normal life span. This is a basic definition of Cystic Fibrosis. The scientific definition. A definition that fails to even scrape the surface of this illness. In order to better explain just what CF is and how it affects the lives of the patients who live with it and the people who love them - I decided to speak to two families who have been directly impacted by this illness: The Higginbothams and The Corrys. The Higginbothams you will be hearing from: Steve, Ellen Ann, Kate, Meg, Matthew and Sandra (Matthew's wife) The Corrys you will be hearing from: Jack, Toni, John-Patrick, Ryan, Mary and Kaitlyn (Me! - Ryan's wife) Each person has a unique perspective on CF and is here to share their personal experiences and raise awareness! The 65 Roses Series will be 5 parts: Chapter I • A Mother's Love ft. Ellen Ann Higginbotham & Toni Corry Chapter II • A Father's Bond ft. Steve Higginbotham & Jack Corry Chapter III • My First Friends: A Sibling's Perspective ft. Kate Higginbotham, Meg Higginbotham, John-Patrick Corry & Mary (Corry) Field Chapter IV • In Sickness and In Health: A Wife's Persective ft. Sandra Higginbotham & Kaitlyn Corry Chapter V • The Trilogy: Direct from the Patient ft. Matthew Higginbotham & Ryan Corry