Motivational Quotes and Inspirational Life Stories

Motivational Quotes and Inspirational Life Stories

Motivational Quotes and Inspirational Life Stories from real-life people just like you. Learn how others have faced and overcome adversity in their lives. Be inspired by their stories of triumph over tragedy and enjoy the motivational quotes that accompany each real-life story. This podcast will motivate and inspire you, giving you hope for achieving your goals and living your best life.

Episodes

May 8, 2024 23 mins

When we come face to face with our darkest moments, what is the spark that ignites change? Ray Windum, an addictions counselor and Heal Your Life coach, shares the story of his transformation from a troubled past to a beacon of hope. As a child exposed to hard times, Ray turned to addiction as his refuge, only to encounter a profound realization that steered him toward sobriety and aiding others in their battles against personal de...

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Join the conversation as we sit down with Julie Marrast, a woman with a revolutionary perspective on parenting. Every parent feels the weight of shaping a life, and Julie's transformative experiences have birthed her  book, "Different Than Your Parents."  It is a beacon for those navigating the uncharted waters of raising emotionally intelligent children. Our discussion cuts to the core of parenting, challenging list...

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When the Universe whispers lessons of love and loss, are we ready to listen? Our latest conversation with Cheryle Maracle, a proud Mohawk woman, embraces just that – an odyssey through grief's shadows and the resilience it takes to emerge into the light. As Cheryle recounts the poignant chapters of her life, from the death of a sibling she never met to a family tragedy that echoes across generations, her spirit and wisdom wrap...

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In this captivating podcast episode, we delve into the profound and enlightening memoir journal penned by Annette Alix Roussin. Starting as a child in a remote First Nations community, Annette's life path took her from humble beginnings to the halls of academia at the University of Manitoba, where she pursued a Master of Social Work degree. This higher education expanded her knowledge and became a crucial vehicle for her to ex...

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Ale is one of those people who radiates love and authenticity. Tune in to hear about her journey in life and how it brought her to where she is now. Ale lives in Costa Rica with her children and spends her days helping others to help themselves. She is truly an inspiration. Be inspired with Ale right here!

Email Ale: hola@ale.corriols.com

Facebook and Instagram: @ale.corriols.com

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Learn more about Very Important Friend Heal Your Life® Affirmational Yoga with Lisa. Lisa shares how she has faced obstacles, made mistakes, and moved forward with awareness. She is the real deal and always overflowing with wisdom, love, and compassion. Learn more about Lisa and her unique affirmational yoga classes ⁠HERE.⁠
"At Very Important Friend Yoga, we value you. We take the time to honor each yogi in each class. The...

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Odille Remmert teaches how we have the power to heal through gaining control over our own brain and body chemistry and changing the negative implicit childhood memories that are holding us back.  Her work, The Remmert Method, is based on the latest in neuroscience and empowers individuals to gain control over their experiences in all areas of life, quickly, easily, and with love.

Odille credits Louise Hay and other pioneer...

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If this podcast doesn't inspire you, check your pulse.  Taylor shares how he has transformed his life and now inspires youth and other men to do the same. Taylor Bull is a singer/songwriter, professional athlete, youth worker, Heal Your Life® coach and workshop leader, and addictions counselor.
In his words..."...Music saved my life... It gave me a voice when I felt unheard... I am a storyteller... My songs are my sto...

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Candace Burkart's journey with poor health and chronic pain led her to uncover the mind-body connection to help heal herself when doctors said it couldn't be done.  Now she uses those same techniques to help her clients.  Learn how your physical environment is a manifestation of your beliefs, thoughts, and patterns. If you’re not seeing the results you desire it’s because there’s something within that’s out of alignment. ...

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"I believe you have more power within you than you are aware of. You possess an energy technology that many different spiritual and healing traditions around the world have described and connected to. Learning to use this technology is your birthright, and I strive to create resources that will help you do so." ~Lisa Erikson

Lisa Erickson takes a holistic approach to illness.  In this episode, she speaks about se...

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Certified Grief Educator Amy Garcia Baker walks us through tips and techniques to heal different forms and stages of grief.  A student of David Kessler and Louise Hay's You Can Heal Your Heart training, she combines therapeutic processes and metaphysical teachings. She provides us with resources to help ourselves and others maneuver difficult times without suffering. 

Amy Garcia-Baker is an ICF Certified Coach, Registered Profe...

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Learn how to transform "I am busy" to I am calm and I have plenty of time" with a simple meditation during this podcast.  It really works!

Vanessa spent nearly ten years following the traditional route of what she should do. She worked her tail off on Wall Street, got her MBA from Stanford, and achieved “success,” but lost touch with her own inner voice…until she couldn’t ignore it any longer. The whispers ...

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Do not miss this episode! When it comes to overcoming adversity look no further than Felicia Heath. Felicia is a triple-board-certified critical care anesthesiologist, blogger, and debut author.  In this podcast Felicia shares her life story, which she has written in her memoir, Spirit of a Hummingbird.
 She is the daughter of Vietnamese and Chinese immigrants who met in the United States, gives us a disquieting, eventful memoi...

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Join us to learn about overcoming unworthiness, maneuvering through inner obstacles, de-stressing using creativity, and connecting to your inner wisdom.

Morgan Beard received her BA in Visual and Media Studies from Duke University in 2012. She moved to New York for a job in independent film. After burning out and facing a major depressive episode while working toward licensure, she moved to Los Angeles to pursue health and...

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Aura Martinez is a Self-Discovery and Empowerment coach.  She holds a BA in Forensic Psychology and is a Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner.  Aura uses her background in psychology to help others discover themselves and create greater well-being in all areas. Aura teaches us about the importance of loving all parts of ourselves and teaches mental, spiritual, and emotional hygiene.  Learn how to find the blocks that hold y...

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Kellie Woolf is an amazing human being who has overcome intense adversity and has chosen to transform from survivor to thriver.  Her debut novel, Mount Hope, was written over several years and was finished after the death of her son.  It is a spell-binding, nail-biting, jaw-dropping thriller written as a love letter to the LGBTQ+ community. Kellie shares words of hope and interesting perspectives and life experiences, including bei...

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Steve has survived multiple traumas and lives with the painful disease of arachnoiditis.  Overcoming the HUGE obstacles in his way, Steve made history as one of the very first disabled athletes to have ever completed a triathlon.
"Believe in yourself and set the boundaries to your own limitations."
Learn more about Steve on Instagram
Learn more about your host, Victoria Johnson

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As a host, I can confidently say I learned more on this podcast than on any other I have hosted.–VictoriaJohnson
 

Dr V and host, Victoria Johnson share a common bond in that they both follow Louise Hay's philosophies and recommend  her book You Can Heal Your Life to their clients.  Dr Veronique Desaulniers, better known as Dr V, is the founder of Breast Cancer Conqueror® and the 7 Essentials System®.  Her signature pr...

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"Nothing is as good as it seems, and nothing is as bad as it seems."  Roger Smith has overcome many adversities in his life, including addiction.  His book, The Most Unlikely Leader: An Unbelievable Journey from GED to CEO, shares stories of his journey.  On this podcast, Roger shares how he went from a drug-addicted young man to a powerhouse in business.  Prepare to be inspired as Roger shares tips on self-image, self-ap...

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Carolyn Coleridge, LCSW is a Psychotherapist, Intuitive and Healer for the last 25 years.  She has a Masters in Clinical Social work from Columbia University.  She works as a psychotherapist in various settings and was trained in NYC as a psychoanalytical psychotherapist.  For many years Carolyn hid her intuitive abilities for fear of judgement from her colleagues and clients.  Once she embraced her gifts she has been able to take ...

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