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Stories that Empower

Aug 27, 2018

As a child, Linda's inspiration, leadership and determination enabled her and her siblings to win all-inclusive trips for her family to Disneyland 3 consecutive years!  Linda shares this wisdom: you can make your dreams come true, don't be afraid to try new things and set the goals that you are most important...


Aug 20, 2018

Sheila felt compelled to write her mom's story after her stroke, otherwise it would disappear. She then realized she wanted to write more, so she wrote a novel called "Appetite". Sheila's advice to caregivers is to find a support group and do something you love. Her advice to writers is get going, write, there's no...


Aug 13, 2018

Leah got into drugs and became pregnant, when she was 20.  She turned her life around, which set her on a path that was more constructive and gave her life meaning.  Leah's story highlights:  face your fears / don't blame others / you are in control / you have the power to change things / get yourself to that happy...


Aug 6, 2018

Iris' mom experienced breast cancer. This impacted her brain and caused her personality to change. This loss had a profound impact on Iris. She learned to separate the illness from the person. Iris reminds anyone going through the same caregiver challenge that you're not alone, to get help (e.g. a friend, relative,...