In this deeply inspiring and empowering episode of Pockets of Knowledge, host Desiree Stanley welcomes Debbie R. Weisse, a multi-published author, speaker, and podcast host. Debbie shares her transformational journey from decades of caregiving—supporting her father, her son with autism, and her late husband—to finding her own path to self-discovery and fulfillment. Through her experiences with loss, resilience, and reinvention, she proves that it’s never too late to pursue something new.
Debbie opens up about the power of small, intentional changes and how she shifted her mindset to overcome limiting beliefs, financial struggles, and health challenges. She discusses her weight loss journey, the moment she realized she had the power to change her life, and how small, consistent actions led to lasting transformation. She also talks about overcoming financial burdens and learning to embrace possibility instead of fear.
Now an author of two books—On Second Thought, Maybe I Can and The Sprinkle Effect—Debbie shares how writing became a therapeutic and life-changing process. She explains how her second book is a practical guide to making small but impactful life shifts, with actionable exercises and journaling prompts designed to help readers break free from self-doubt and create meaningful change. She also introduces her podcast, Maybe I Can, where she inspires listeners to step outside their comfort zones and embrace new possibilities.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of your next step, this episode will remind you that you have the power to change your life. Tune in for an uplifting conversation on mindset, resilience, and the courage to take that first step toward the life you truly want.
Debbie’s journey is proof that small steps lead to big changes. Tune in to hear how you can shift your mindset, take control of your story, and finally say, Maybe I can!
Bio:
With over 50 years of experience dealing with some of life’s toughest challenges, Debbie is an expert in chasing your own dreams in spite of your circumstances. She is the best-selling author of the memoir “On Second Thought, Maybe I Can,” as well as a co-author in the Amazon best-seller collaborative book “Heart Whispers.” In addition, Debbie is an entrepreneur running both an insurance agency and her online store, “A Sprinkle of Hearts,” host of the “Maybe I Can” podcast, inspirational speaker, family caregiver, and mother.
Debbie has overcome her own limiting beliefs and fears, allowing her to begin to live her best life. Her life’s passion is helping and inspiring others to do the same.
In her spare time, Debbie loves to laugh, dance, read, and stay active.
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