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The Power Transformation Podcast is a celebration of determination, resilience, and hope. Hosted by Certified Transformational Coach and Motivational Speaker Alethea (pronounced "uh-lee-thee-uh") Felton, this show features intimate conversations with individuals who have triumphed over adversity, thrived beyond extraordinary obstacles, and created meaningful lives. Alethea's transparency in her journey of overcoming stuttering, retiring early after 20 years as a public school educator to bec ...
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On this podcast, surviving sibling, psychologist, and thanatologist, Dr. Angela Dean, helps other grieving siblings share their sibling loss stories. This podcast aims to provide an authentic space for surviving siblings to express their grief and help others navigate the complex emotions associated with this profound, often misunderstood loss. The Broken Pack: Stories of Adult Sibling Loss delves into the profound and often overlooked topic of sibling loss, offering a platform for surviving ...
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88. From Observer to Creator: Crafting Your Path to Entrepreneurial Success with Jermane Cheathem
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Send us a Text Message. Top-level entrepreneur and sales strategist Jermane Cheathem shares his journey from his early days of being abandoned by his father and stepfather to ultimately becoming a trusted coach and expert with freedom to work and travel from anywhere in the world. Hear Jermane offer insights and lessons on authenticity, resilience,…
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Spirit Led Sobriety with Paulette Kengg | The Way Out Podcast Episode 405
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Contact Paulette: spiritledsobriety@gmail.com Recovery literature (quit-lit) recommendation: This Naked Mind: Control Alcohol, Find Freedom, Discover Happiness, and Change Your by Annie Grace - https://a.co/d/0j33kofH Best Piece of Recovery Advice: "Quit future trippin'" Song that symbolizes recovery: Born to Run by Bruce Springsteen - https://yout…
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87. Against All Odds: From Surviving War to Global Peace Ambassador with Aimmee Kodachian
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Send us a Text Message. Aimmee Kodachian, a two-time global award winner and Global Woman Peace Ambassador, is celebrated for her work in empowering humanity. Her life story, marked by resilience and triumph over extreme challenges including her survival during the Lebanese Civil War, serves as an inspiring testament to the human spirit. Tune in fo…
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Patricia A. Roos on Surviving Her Son Alex & Recovery Advocacy | The Way Out Podcast Episode 404
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Woman in long term recovery, coach and Author of Recovering in Recovery Shelby John shares her Recovery journey with us in truly enlightening fashion. Shelby shares how she hit a bottom ten years sober, and most instructive, how she Recovered from that sober bottom. Now Shelby helps other sober women do the same as a coach and with her new book. We…
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86. Empower Your Voice: 5 Effective Healthcare Advocacy Tips
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Send us a Text Message. What if you could transform the way you navigate the healthcare system and advocate yourself and for your loved ones? Join me as I: Show you how to empower yourself with the knowledge to be an informed and proactive patient or caregiver; Help you explore ways to use your voice effectively to ensure the best possible health o…
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The Pain & Joy of Growing in Recovery with Shelby John | The Way Out Podcast Episode 403
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Reach out to Shelby and learn more about her work: https://shelbyjohncoaching.com/ Recovering In Recovery: The Life Changing Joy Of Sobriety by Shelby John - https://a.co/d/05XvJErz Recovery Literature (Quit-Lit) Recommendation: Quit Like a Woman: The Radical Choice to Not Drink in a Culture Obsessed with Alcohol by Holly Whitaker - https://a.co/d/…
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85. Enduring Love: Reflections from My Father's Cancer Journey
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Send us a Text Message. Facing the reality of my father's current health crisis, I open up about the emotional rollercoaster my family is going through due to my dad's recent bout with cancer and surgery. This episode is a raw, honest reflection on the strength, resilience, and invaluable life lessons that my parents have passed down to my sister a…
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All in on Recovery with Angela Pugh | The Way Out Podcast Episode 402
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Reach out to Angela and learn more about her work: https://angelapugh.com/ Recovery Literature (Addiction Fiction): Killing Hurt by Will Thatcher - https://a.co/d/3o7YXjV Best Pieces of Recovery Advice: Sit down shut up. Mind your own business. Songs that symbolize addiction and Recovery to Angela: Killing in the Name by Rage Against the Machine - …
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84. Healing from Domestic Violence Through Music & Advocacy with Linda Marks
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Send us a Text Message. What if an act of forgiveness could turn a life-threatening situation into a catalyst for personal and spiritual transformation? Linda Marks, an award-winning singer, songwriter, life coach, and social architect, did just that and she takes us through her incredible life journey on this episode of the Power Transformation Po…
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Peeling Back the Layers with Ashley Wright | The Way Out Podcast Episode 401
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Ashley Wright has faced almost any obstacle you can imagine. The journey has not been an easy one, yet her dedication and commitment to her own #Recovery show us all what is possible if you make the decision to do whatever it takes. We hear about the restoration in her life, how she cultivates stronger bonds than ever, and the myriad of ways that s…
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83. Nurturing Critical Thinkers: The Power of Diversity in Education with Dr. Sean Miller
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Send us a Text Message. What drives someone to leave a successful corporate career to become a groundbreaking educator? Join me as I reconnect with Dr. Sean Miller, a childhood friend whose passion for teaching has transformed countless lives. His story is a testament to how authenticity and resilience can pave a new path - even when initial hesita…
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How RJ Zimmerman Ended His Dysfunctional Relationship with Alcohol | The Way Out Podcast Episode 400
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Alcohol-free life coach and person in long term Recovery RJ Zimmerman shares his journey to and through Recovery to this point as well as how he helps others live a full and rewarding lives without alcohol. RJ invites us to embrace the uniqueness of our individual Recovery journeys and find the pathway, tools and help that we need in order to achie…
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Sibling Grief, Potholes, & Scooter Safety: A Surviving Sibling's Advocacy: Kate / Larry
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In this episode of The Broken Pack™: Stories of Adult Sibling Loss, Dr. Dean talks with Kate Chertik, a Pittsburgh woman navigating the devastating grief of losing her brother, Larry, to a fatal scooter accident caused by a city pothole. As a surviving sibling, Kate shares her raw emotions, the impact on her family, and how she turned her grief int…
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82. From GED to Uncovering Creative Brilliance with Daisy O'Bryan
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Send us a Text Message. What if your greatest failures could become your stepping stones to success? Well, that very thing happened for Daisy O'Bryan, an American creative consultant living in Turkey, who turned her challenging high school experience into a powerful story of inspiration. In this episode we explore how Daisy's journey from struggle …
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We Could All Use A Sober Companion with Constacne Todd Smith | The Way Out Podcast Episode 399
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Person in long term Recovery and author of the upcoming book A Sober Companion Constance Todd Smith shares what she's learned along her journey to & through #Recovery to this point with over 3 decades of sobriety experience, strength & hope. Her story underscores an important truth many of us experience: As we traverse our individual recovery journ…
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Sibling Loss After a Tragic Accident: A Surviving Sibling Honors Her Sister's Compassion: Beth / Emily
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On this episode of The Broken Pack™: Stories of Adult Sibling Loss, Dr. Beth Hoffman, a surviving sibling, joins Dr. Dean to discuss the loss of her sister, Emily. Emily was tragically killed in a pedestrian accident. Dr. Hoffman shares how she navigates life as a sibling loss survivor following Emily's sudden death, including her experience in the…
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81. Rejection to Bestseller: Navigating the Road to Literary Success with Janae Marks
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Send us a Text Message. Unlock the behind the scenes of literary success with New York Times Bestselling Author Janae Marks. In this episode, we explore Janae's heartaches of rejection to the celebration of publishing her poignant middle-grade novels, and she shares how personal experiences infuse her characters with authenticity. We delve into her…
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The Demonic Side of Addiction with Boston Twopercent | The Way Out Podcast Episode 398
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Boston 2%, the Author of Fire And Ice: The Meth Bible shares a vivid retelling of his miraculous and outrageous story of affliction and redemption which is sure to keep your interest piqued. Boston delves into some dark topics such as Spiritual warfare, gang stalking, psychosis, and more. As Boston would say, "Buckle up passengers, it's gonna be a …
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A Brother's Adderall Addiction & A Surviving Sibling's Loss & Love: Taylor/ Ben
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In this raw and heartfelt episode of The Broken Pack™:Stories of Adult Sibling Loss, Taylor bravely shares her experience as a surviving sibling after losing her brother Ben to Adderall addiction. Through tears and laughter, she explores the depths of sibling grief, the unexpected signs that Ben is still with her, and the ongoing journey of navigat…
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80. From Loss of Sight to Clear Life Vision with Kevin Lowe
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Send us a Text Message. When life throws a curveball, some may falter, but not Kevin Lowe. This remarkable man transformed a harrowing diagnosis into a beacon of hope and inspiration when an unexpected turn of events in 2003 left Kevin totally blind following a life-saving surgery. However, Kevin did not just survive this challenge, but he thrived …
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Empowering Recovery Through Fitness with Jefferson Tabler | The Way Out Podcast Episode 397
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Jefferson Tabler shares on what led him to relapse after 8 years in #recovery and what drew him back again to the program and God . Jefferson learned many lessons when he once again choose the recovery lifestyle. We also hear all about his new project called Felons Hideaway which empowers Recovery in people through fitness. We can all learn a thing…
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79. Reviving Your Spirit: Strategies for Overcoming Burnout with Dr. Sandra Y. Lewis
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever felt like a candle burning at both ends? Dr. Sandra Y. Lewis, psychologist, personal energy strategist, and speaker joins us to illuminate the often overlooked world of burnout, providing insights and tools to reignite your inner fire. Together we peel back the layers of this condition that's silently creeping …
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How Jessica C. Found Rewarding & Enduring Recovery | The Way Out Podcast Episode 396
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Jessica C. shares her journey to and through #Recovery to this point with genuine humility and honesty which makes her story all the more relatable and instructive. Today she is a Mom and mental health nurse due in no small measure to her 12 Step program combined with therapy. Jessica is proof positive meaningful and enduring Recovery is possible a…
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Sibling Loss & Love Beyond Death, An Enduring Bond : Randye / Mitch
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In this episode, of The Broken Pack: Stories of Adult Sibling Loss, Dr. Dean speaks with Randye, a surviving sibling, who shares her deeply personal story of losing her brother Mitch to cancer over 45 years ago. Her experience challenges the notion that grief fades with time, highlighting the enduring nature of sibling loss and its profound lifelon…
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78. How to Embrace & Share Your Voice and Greatness with Diane Wyzga
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever experienced something almost mystical that unfolds when you embrace and share your unique personal story? Well, Diane Wyzga is with us to roll out this transformative magic woven into the fabric of personal narratives. Our conversation is a spirited journey from the roots of Diane's love for storytelling to her…
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Roz Pichardo is Mama Sunshine | The Way Out Podcast Episode 395
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Roz Pichardo is a survivor of gun violence who faced her fear and trauma and found purpose and healing through service to her community. She's on the ground, loving on her "Sunshine's", cleaning up the streets, offering support, harm reduction supplies, food, and love. She's reversed over 2,000 overdoses with Naloxone. She advocates for better poli…
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Photography in the Shadows of Surviving Sibling Loss, Decades Later: Dawn / Geoff
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This episode of The Broken Pack™: Stories of Adult Sibling Loss explores the enduring impact of sibling loss with guest Dawn Rodgers. Together, Dawn and Dr. Dean delve into Dawn's experience decades after losing her brother, offering support and strategies for navigating this complex and persistent grief. Dawn Rodgers is a surviving sibling who fou…
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77. Rediscovering Professional Happiness in Mid-Career Shifts with John Neral
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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of The Power Transformation Podcast, I am thrilled to introduce you to John Neral, an outstanding executive and career transition coach, host of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, best-selling author, and someone I am honored to call my friend and mentor. John's journey from math teacher to thriving entrepreneur is …
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A Recovery Evolving in Service with Leah Kortman | The Way Out Podcast Episode 394
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Person in long term Recovery Leah Kortman candidly shares her journey to and through recovery with us. We learn about how one invitation to a peer support training led her down an ever evolving road of education and service to others. From Peer support services, to overdose prevention calls, harm reduction work and being on the front lines of devel…
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Life Interrupted: A Journey of Sibling Loss, Legacy, and Oral Cancer Awareness: Parul / Manu
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Life Interrupted: Finding Purpose Through Grief In a deeply moving episode of "The Broken Pack™", Dentist Dr. Parul Dua Makkar shares her sibling loss story of losing her younger brother, Dentist Dr. Manu Dua, to oral cancer. With Dr. Dean, she explores her special sibling special bond, the harrowing experience of Manu's illness, and how this profo…
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76. The Lion Within: Rising Above Genetics to Reclaim Health Victory with Dr. India Senia
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Send us a Text Message. Imagine carrying the spirit of a lion within you, radiating the strength and endurance needed to overcome life's most challenging obstacles. This is the essence of Dr. India Senia who is not only my dear friend and guest but also a performance and mental health coach, musician, former school counselor, and founder of Strengt…
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How Sobriety Helped Dean Otto Defy All Odds | The Way Out Podcast Episode 393
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Speaker, person in long term Recovery, and Author of 2% Chance, Dean Otto was paralyzed after a truck hit him while cycling and had a 2% chance of walking again. Against all odds, he ran a half-marathon within a year alongside his doctor and the man who hit him. Dean credits this miracle to the practice of forgiveness he learned through his sobriet…
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75. Redefining the Narrative of Menstrual & Fertility Wellness with Heather Allmendinger
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Send us a Text Message. Celebrating a milestone is special, and for our 75th episode of The Power Transformation Podcast, we're not just popping the champagne but we're honoring the journey of transformation of Heather Allmendinger, certified Period Awareness and Cyclical Living Coach and host of the Embracing Flow podcast. Heather is a beacon of r…
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Navigating Loss Following Medical Aid In Dying as a Surviving Sibling: Steven/ Julie
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In this episode of The Broken Pack™: Stories of Adult Sibling Loss , journalist and author Steven Petrow joins Dr. Dean to discuss various aspects of sibling loss, grief, and medical aid in dying. He shares his personal experiences with losing his sister, Julie, to a six-year ovarian cancer experience, navigating his responses to her choice, and th…
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Your Story is Your Greatest Asset with Chris Dreisbach | The Way Out Podcast Episode 392
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Person in long term #Recovery, Founder and President of Blue Prints for Recovery, and host of Night of Recovery Chris Dreisbach shares his journey to and through Recovery this point with a disarming mix of wit, humor and humility. His passion for serving the Recovery community is only matched by his unwavering belief that Recovery is possible and y…
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Sibling Loss, Secondary Losses, & Ambiguous Grief: Heather / Melissa
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Grieving the Unexpected: A Sister's Loss and Big Changes after Surviving Sibling Loss Unexpectedly In this episode, Dr. Angela Dean speaks with Heather Mercer about the sudden loss of her sister, Melissa, to a heart attack shortly after giving birth. Heather shares her journey of navigating profound grief, complex custody battles, and the ripple ef…
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