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Stories of ordinary people who have experienced the extraordinary and gone from hopelessness to success
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- 1 weeks ago34 min
The Power of the S.T.E.P. System: Nick Prefontaine's Unbelieveable Comeback Story
At age 14, Nick was in a life-threatening snowboarding accident, and his parents were told he might never walk, talk, or eat on his own again. Against impossible odds, he fought back — and less than 90 days later, he ran out of the hospital. Today, Nick is a nationally recognized motivational speaker and three-time best-selling author. He created the S.T.E.P. System — Support, Trust, Energy, and Persistence — to help others overcome setbacks and achieve their fullest potential. Once you master this system, there is no limit to what you can accomplish and overcome. Through his movement, Common Goal, Nick inspires audiences to see challenges not as barriers, but as the foundation for resilience, growth, and success. Nick's signature S.T.E.P. framework equips audiences with practical tools and unstoppable determination to move forward after adversity. • Support – Lean on the right people and resources. • Trust – Believe in yourself and the process. • Energy – Direct your focus where it matters most. • Persistence – Keep moving forward, one step at a time. Connect with Nick here: Website LinkedIn <a href= "https://draft.blogger.com/u/2/blog/post/edit/5922534140630607175/694
- 2 weeks ago49 min
From Setbacks to Strength: Andy Campbell's 15 Core Beliefs for Resilience
Andy Campbell is a resilient survivor and inspiring author who has overcome some of life's most devastating challenges. From enduring childhood sexual abuse and bullying to losing his mother at a young age and becoming estranged from his father, his journey has been marked by profound hardship. He has also faced stage 4 pancreatic cancer and the heartbreaking loss of his youngest son to suicide. Despite multiple surgeries, intense chemotherapy treatments, and unimaginable personal grief, Andy has shown extraordinary strength and perseverance. Through these experiences, he has gained a powerful perspective on resilience, rooted in 15 core beliefs that have guided him through life's darkest moments. In his book "Overcoming Life's Toughest Setbacks," Andy shares these principles, offering hope, encouragement, and practical guidance for anyone facing adversity. During his interview, Andy unpacks these core beliefs, revealing how applying them can transform your mindset and change your life. Core Beliefs: No One Outruns the Universe: Embrace humility and acceptance, knowing you are part of a larger plan. There Are No Hard Decisions, Only Hard Consequences: Follow your heart and face the consequences with courage. Always Fall Forward: Keep moving toward your goals, even when you fall. Have an Insatiable Curiosity: Let your desire to find wisdom guide you through life. Compete Only With Yourself: Measure success by your own progress, not by comparing yourself to others. Thinking vs. Knowing: Distinguish between assumptions and knowledge. <p da
- Jun 20, 202635 min
Finding Hope in Dark Times: Hendrika de Vries' Journey of Courage and Healing
In Nazi-occupied Amsterdam during World War II, young Hendrika de Vries witnessed extraordinary courage. Her family hid a Jewish child in their home, and she watched her mother join the Dutch Resistance and withstand interrogation at gunpoint after the child was discovered and taken away. These experiences would shape a lifetime devoted to resilience, hope, and helping others find their strength. Hendrika's remarkable journey spans continents and generations. From her childhood in wartime Holland to her teenage years as an immigrant and champion swimmer in 1950s Australia, and later as a young wife and mother in the turbulent United States of the 1960s, her life story is one of perseverance, adaptation, and purpose. As a young swimming instructor in Australia, Hendrika experienced a defining moment when she helped a boy whose legs had been paralyzed by polio learn to trust his upper body and move through the water. Watching him discover his own strength revealed a calling that would eventually lead her to become a family therapist in the United States. Today, Hendrika de Vries is a retired family therapist, teacher, and writer with a background in theology and depth psychology. She is the author of two memoirs, including one about a little Dutch girl who journeys from the shadows of war to a new life in Australia, confronting loss, shattered dreams, and inner struggles before discovering her unique path forward. Through her writing and speaking, Hendrika inspires audiences with a powerful message: even in the darkest times, hope and possibility remain. She believes that by sharing our stories, we become witnesses to resilience and agents of change. Her life and work remind us that courage, compassion, and the human spirit can endure—and flourish—against all odds. GET YOUR COPY HERE If you believe in the power of dreams and intentions, this inspirational coming-of-age memoir, set in 195
- Jun 12, 202632 min
How to Have Hope When There is No Hope
Dorsey Ross' birth was a surprise. Dorsey's parents were in their forties, had two grown daughters, and were considered past child-bearing age. When Dorsey was born, the doctors believed he wouldn't survive due to his life-threatening disability. Dorsey was born on January 16th, 1977, with a congenital disability known as Apert's Syndrome. His forehead was pushed outward, his nose and mouth were pushed inward, and his fingers and toes were fused, meaning he had no individual movement of them. Doctors gave Dorsey's parents no hope for his survival and advised them to put him into an institution. His parents both knew and trusted in God, and they believed that God would do great things in Dorsey's life. Throughout his life, Dorsey has had to overcome a lot of obstacles, including being bullied, called names like monster and freak, and undergoing multiple operations. 68 Operations Later...... Teachers told Dorsey he would not make it in college, and with all odds against him, he entered Queensborough Community College. After four years there and after attaining an associate degree, he entered the University of Valley Forge. After years of hard work and perseverance, he graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Youth Ministry. His life saying is, "can't is a word not in his vocabulary" because, for most of his life, he has never used the word can't. He believes that with God, all things are possible and that he can do all things through Christ, who gives him strength. It's with God's help that he is overcoming life's obstacles. GRAB YOUR COPY HERE Dorsey has undergone multiple operations over his lifetime. However, regardless of what he has had to face, Dorsey has not given up. He does everything he can to accomplish the goals and dreams God gave to him.
- Jun 12, 2026
How to Have Hope When There is No Hope
Dorsey Ross' birth was a surprise. Dorsey's parents were in their forties, had two grown daughters, and were considered past child-bearing age. When Dorsey was born, the doctors believed he wouldn't survive due to his life-threatening disability. Dorsey was born on January 16th, 1977, with a congenital disability known as Apert's Syndrome. His forehead was pushed outward, his nose and mouth were pushed inward, and his fingers and toes were fused, meaning he had no individual movement of them. Doctors gave Dorsey's parents no hope for his survival and advised them to put him into an institution. His parents both knew and trusted in God, and they believed that God would do great things in Dorsey's life. Throughout his life, Dorsey has had to overcome a lot of obstacles, including being bullied, called names like monster and freak, and undergoing multiple operations. 68 Operations Later...... Teachers told Dorsey he would not make it in college, and with all odds against him, he entered Queensborough Community College. After four years there and after attaining an associate degree, he entered the University of Valley Forge. After years of hard work and perseverance, he graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Youth Ministry. His life saying is, "can't is a word not in his vocabulary" because, for most of his life, he has never used the word can't. He believes that with God, all things are possible and that he can do all things through Christ, who gives him strength. It's with God's help that he is overcoming life's obstacles. <a href= "https://d
- Jun 6, 202638 min
From Behind the Iron Curtain to a Career with the United Nations
At 16, after seven years of isolation, pain and physical and emotional abuse Christine Sadry reached a breaking point. She was battered, bruised, and could no longer see a way forward. In that moment of deep despair, she attempted to take her life. As she was slipping into unconsciousness, something deep within her stirred — a spark of life that refused to go out. She called a friend just to thank her for her friendship. Her friend heard something in Christine's voice and sensed something was wrong. That phone call saved her life. And it also became a turning point. That moment of hopelessness became the beginning of her strength. Christine Sadry was born in Poland, behind the Iron Curtain, and was adopted in 1964 by a Polish American couple living in the United States. After graduating from West Catholic Girls High School in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, she worked at the United States Social Security Administration from 1973 to 1979. She started her 31-year career with the United Nations in 1979, working on international conferences. Later, she began working with the United Nations peacekeeping missions in Angola, Mozambique, former Yugoslavia, Sierra Leone, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. 13 Years Lost was selected as a finalist for the Independent Book Publishers Award! The ceremony in St. Paul, Minnesota, was a beautiful celebration of literary voices and creative spirits.
- May 15, 202639 min
How to Cope Through Pain: Shigeko Ito on Complex PTSD and Family Healing
Shigeko Ito is an author, educator, and mental health advocate with a PhD in Education from Stanford University. Drawing on her cross-cultural experience and academic insight, she writes about intergenerational trauma, the lasting effects of childhood emotional neglect, and the healing process. Her memoir, The Pond Beyond the Forest: Reflections on Childhood Trauma and Motherhood, tells the story of a middle-aged Japanese immigrant mother struggling to raise her teenage son and save her marriage while confronting memories of her own childhood trauma as her son enters adolescence. Throughout the journey, Shigeko remains committed to healing herself and improving her relationships with her husband and son. Her story resonates with many readers, especially those who feel burdened by unresolved trauma. In her interview, Shigeko spoke about the challenges of parenting as a survivor of childhood trauma, healing from complex PTSD, and how writing her memoir deepened her self-understanding, self-compassion, and acceptance. She is passionate about raising awareness of complex PTSD, a still-emerging diagnosis that many people overlook because of its subtle and elusive nature. INTERVIEW READ HER MEMOIR HERE For fans of Stephanie Foo's <span class="a-text-bold a-text-italic" style="color: #0f1111;" data-keep-original-ta
- May 8, 202635 min
Strong Leadership Demands that You Never Start with WHY - Start with WHO
David Ask states boldly that everything rises and falls on men leading well. When men fail to lead—or to love well—everyone loses. But when men lead with courage, nobility, and kindness, everyone wins. David Ask is an entrepreneur with products in over 3700 retail stores, including giants like The Home Depot and Lowe's. David collaborates closely with Dr. Andy Garrett as the Lead Coach for the transformative True North Resiliency program. David believes that understanding who you are on a very granular level is the key to understanding why you do what you do. "Never start with WHY; start with WHO." Today, David is going to share his story: a 15-year struggle of spinning his wheels and feeling disillusioned about purpose and joy. Many of you will relate to and appreciate his story of success. Tune in to The Ask Experience The Ask Experience is a bold, honest, and deeply personal podcast for people who refuse to live small, distracted, or disconnected. Hosted by David Ask - entrepreneur, v
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