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May 9, 2023 58 mins
At the young age of nine, Bri Garnica’s mother passed away from cancer. This kickstarted her longstanding battle with depression, anxiety, and later, a rare heart condition. Tune in as Bri shares the lessons that life and death have taught her.

Key Points:
• Navigating the world without a mom
• Managing grief
• Your healing journey doesn’t need to be “fixed”
• Facing your shadows
• The power of journaling
• Shifting your mindset
• Identifying the subconscious why
• The happy side of depression
• Learning lifestyle tools through therapy

GUEST LINKS
• Book a Power Hour call: https://calendly.com/goldenbee-by-bri/power-hour-first-class-life
• Website: goldenbeebybri.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goldenbee.by.bri/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1807650069607756/

ABOUT THE GUEST
Bri Garnica started her career in talent development back in July of 2020 as a founder and coach with Golden Bee by Bri, LLC. As a community-minded professional, Bri focuses on giving back to her community by empowering women and young professionals through entrepreneurship, coaching, and personal development. Originally from St. Louis, Bri is an avid nature enthusiast which prompted her recent move to Charlotte, North Carolina.

IMPORTANT
Sensitive or triggering topics are often addressed on this show.
If you are in emotional distress or have thoughts of harming yourself, please call the toll free number 988 immediately. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and Crisis Lifeline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for United States residents. https://988lifeline.org/

If you or someone you know is experiencing mental, emotional, or physical abuse, please call the toll free number 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text “START” to 88788. The National Domestic Violence Hotline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. https://www.thehotline.org/

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• To access a case study video and apply for coaching, visit www.CallWithLindsey.com

ABOUT THE HOST
In 2007, a “fatal” car wreck left Lindsey Vertner brain-dead and paralyzed. Medical experts were amazed at Lindsey’s miraculous recovery. Using her unparalleled perspective and leadership pillars, she guides corporate teams to achieve extraordinary results. She coaches high-achieving leaders to prioritize their self-care, self-worth, and self-discipline (the “3 Pillars of Self”) - enabling them to decrease the unproductive cycles of perfectionism, over-thinking, and doubt.

As an award-winning mindset expert, transformational speaker, and multi-time Amazon #1 best-selling author, Lindsey’s mission is to teach women around the world how to create their First Class Life® full of purpose, fulfillment, and happiness. Her unique methodology empowers women to fully maximize their potential by walking in their God-given purpose while mastering their mindset and increasing their clarity, confidence, and connections. With a master’s in Professional Counseling, Lindsey is a graduate of both Indiana and Liberty Universities. Connect with her at www.LiveAFirstClassLife.com.
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