What if that pivotal moment was just the beginning?

Mental Health Episodes

Conversations in this category delve into various mental health challenges and the journeys people undergo in seeking understanding, support, and healing.
From Behavior Analyst to Award-Winning Filmmaker | Robin Hofmann
Nov. 15, 2022

From Behavior Analyst to Award-Winning Filmmaker | Robin Hofmann

Robin Hofmann is a certified behavior analyst and award-winning film producer, writer, and director."For the first time in my life, I felt in the right place."

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How Living with Intention Helped to Overcome a Near-Death Experience | Rob Cressy
Oct. 18, 2022

How Living with Intention Helped to Overcome a Near-Death Experience …

Rob Cressy went from selling advertising on an obituary website to becoming a self-aware, growth-minded sports creator by design, not by default. This mindset helped him survive a near-death experience during a marathon run.

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Staying Sober Requires Finding the Right People | Hondu Knight
Sept. 20, 2022

Staying Sober Requires Finding the Right People | Hondu Knight

Hondu shares this journey to sobriety and the moments that triggered his addiction. Most importantly, we discuss how he stays sober daily and the everyday struggles that try to pull him from his 6+ year sobriety.

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Journey from Addiction to Self-Love and Triumph | Levi Kreis
Aug. 2, 2022

Journey from Addiction to Self-Love and Triumph | Levi Kreis

In this episode of 'The Life Shift Podcast,' host Matt Gilhooly chats with Tony Award-winning artist Levi Kreis about his transformative journey from the throes of addiction to the pinnacle of Broadway success. It's a raw, intimate exploration of personal struggles, the power of self-acceptance, an…

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Are You Going to Stop Drinking Forever? | Heidi Kirby
July 19, 2022

Are You Going to Stop Drinking Forever? | Heidi Kirby

In this episode, Matt is joined by learning and development leader, adjunct podcast professor, and host of the BLOC (Building Learning and Organizational Culture) podcast, Heidi Kirby. She is also finishing her Ph.D. program in Instructional Design and Technology.

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The Dichotomy of Grief - My Story | Matt Gilhooly
May 24, 2022

The Dichotomy of Grief - My Story | Matt Gilhooly

In this episode, we flipped the script so I could tell my story. Throughout the first batch of episodes, the guests (and listeners) asked when I would tell my story. So, in this episode, my first guest, Christin Lindley, leads the conversation as I share the pivotal moments that shaped my life and …

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After a Tragic Accident, Love Carries on in Memories and the Children | Rachel Fiorello
May 10, 2022

After a Tragic Accident, Love Carries on in Memories and the Children…

In this episode, I speak with my high school friend (and my grandmother's favorite neighbor) Rachel. She tells the story of fate intervening multiple times on her journey to marry the love of her life, Matt. Love won, and Rachel and Matt created a beautiful family of four. In a single moment in 201…

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How Losing a Mother as a Teen Can Shape a Man | Marty Klein
May 3, 2022

How Losing a Mother as a Teen Can Shape a Man | Marty Klein

In this episode of The Life Shift, host Matt Gilhooly and guest Marty Klein delve into the transformative experiences that shape our lives, coping with loss, and the diverse ways individuals navigate grief and change. Marty shares his unique story, providing insights into how his childhood, influen…

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In Sickness and in Health Personified | Christina Kadinger & Ricky Bucceri
April 26, 2022

In Sickness and in Health Personified | Christina Kadinger & Ricky Bu…

While planning their wedding, Christina and Ricky faced quite unexpected news about their health. In Christina's case, she thought she was stressed, triggering intense headaches and migraines. In Ricky's case, he just didn't feel right. In our conversation, we talk about how these moments changed t…

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A Multiple Sclerosis Diagnosis Changed Everything | Morgan Gallo
April 19, 2022

A Multiple Sclerosis Diagnosis Changed Everything | Morgan Gallo

Join me on this episode as I talk to my friend, Morgan (Mo), from high school. Our paths only briefly passed, but we sparked a strong connection, and since then, I have been following her journey. In this episode, we talk about how Mo's MS (Multiple Sclerosis) diagnosis changed her life and how she…

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Infertility Journeys Should Not Feel Isolating | Lauren Yard
April 12, 2022

Infertility Journeys Should Not Feel Isolating | Lauren Yard

Lauren joined me to talk about her journey of building her family. She is happily married with two children under three years old. However, it was not an easy journey for Lauren as she faced over two years of infertility and multiple miscarriages. We talk about the need for support and normalizing …

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From Chronic PTSD to Anxiety-Free Living | Adrienne
April 5, 2022

From Chronic PTSD to Anxiety-Free Living | Adrienne

In this episode of The Life Shift Podcast, we explore a non-traditional approach to recovering from chronic PTSD, featuring Adrienne, a yoga teacher, mobility specialist, biohacker, and self-improvement enthusiast. Adrienne's journey from the depths of severe PTSD to a life filled with purpose and …

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Compounding Grief & Radical Acceptance | Christin Lindley
March 22, 2022

Compounding Grief & Radical Acceptance | Christin Lindley

Christin moved her life to be closer to her family, and then everything started to crumble around her. Join me as I talk to Christin Lindley, mother, wife, and company owner, about how a two-year period in her life changed everything.

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How a Divorce and a Credit Card Led to a Successful Bakery Business | Shanna Benson
March 22, 2022

How a Divorce and a Credit Card Led to a Successful Bakery Business |…

Little did she know that checking the mail would change her life forever.

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