Resilience Episodes

Drew Norton found his infant son not breathing and his marriage on the line. A story about drifting, fear, faith, and showing up.

Actor Carly Otte opens up about facing cancer twice, losing her sense of self at thirty, and finding a gentler definition of success.

Joy Kong left China at 20, survived a visa rejection and an isolating marriage, and built a life in medicine and stem cell research. A story about freedom, identity, and starting over.

Colette Jane Fehr spent years in a marriage that looked perfect from the outside. In this episode, she shares the moment she realized emotional connection had been missing all along, and what it took to finally find her voice.

Scott Martin lost his limbs at 35 after a coma. This is the story of how he chose a list over despair and rebuilt everything, one decision at a time.

Tim Thomas survived a shark attack off Sydney and discovered that what we need most isn't more stuff. It's trust. A conversation about isolation, sleep, and finding your way back.

Matin Miryeganeh lost her mother at 13, her family's support, and the permission to grieve. This episode is about what happens when you survive alone and slowly find your way back to yourself.

Shruti shares her journey living with multiple sclerosis, from early symptoms and a wheelchair to writing her memoir and choosing resilience every day.

Evan Boyer learned that the life he was supposed to be building couldn't hold him until a Christmas morning NICU stay and a career gut-check arrived at the same time and showed him what it actually meant to let go.

After surviving a catastrophic car accident and 45 surgeries, author and speaker John Ulsh shares how he transformed unimaginable pain into purpose and discovered the true meaning of resilience.

Author Kaila Yu shares how she reclaimed her voice and self-worth after surviving trauma, dissociation, and public exploitation.

After surviving grief, burnout, and a wildfire that changed everything, Katie Svoboda-Rini shares how she finally stopped waiting for the perfect time and chose to begin again.

Vanessa Abraham, a thriving speech pathologist and mother, was plunged into a life-threatening health crisis that left her trapped in her own body. With no clear diagnosis and a long road ahead, she found herself on the other side of the hospital bed, experiencing everything she once treated.

Have you ever wondered how someone can overcome addiction and time in prison and still find fulfillment in life? In this episode of the Life Shift podcast, I sit down with Sean Martin, a once-incarcerated individual turned successful entrepreneur and mentor who shares his remarkable journey of transformation and self-discovery.

In this episode of the Life Shift podcast, I sit down with Susan Lieu, a Vietnamese American playwright, performer, and author, who shares her powerful journey of healing and self-discovery after losing her mother at a young age. Through her art, Susan has found a way to process her pain, reclaim her narrative, and inspire others to embrace vulnerability and the power of storytelling.

In this episode of The Life Shift Podcast, Jackie Otero, a dedicated family mediator and passionate business owner, opens up about her inspiring journey through personal and professional challenges. She shares a pivotal moment that transformed her life—navigating the complexities of her marriage to someone struggling with addiction—and illustrates how she emerged with newfound strength, discovering her purpose in helping others through divorce mediation. This heartfelt conversation explores themes of resilience, self-discovery, and the empowerment that comes from embracing change. Jackie’s story beautifully exemplifies our ability to rebuild and find joy even after facing life’s toughest trials.

Shani Rigsbee shares her powerful journey of resilience and self-discovery following a life-altering diagnosis of ovarian cancer at the age of 26.

Chris Graebe shares a powerful story of personal transformation that began with an honest, life-altering conversation with God on a concrete block in downtown Nashville. After growing up amidst the chaos of multiple family divorces, Chris found himself lost and searching for purpose, ultimately leading him to a pivotal moment of surrender on October 13, 2002. This experience radically changed his life, shifting him from a party lifestyle to one of faith and authenticity.

Special page for listeners from Chad E. Foster - https://chadefoster.com/lifeshift/ In this episode, Chad E. Foster shares how he turned his blindness into a catalyst for success and resilience. He shares his compelling journey from losing his sight due to a genetic eye condition to becoming a trailblazer in the business world. He discusses how his experiences have shaped his perspective, the anatomy of resilience he has developed, and the importance of turning obstacles into opportunities. Through heartfelt stories and practical insights, Chad inspires listeners to embrace challenges and cultivate an overcomer mindset.