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Brigit Binns, daughter of actor Edward Binns (12 Angry Men and Patton) and author of 30 books including the memoir "Rotten Kid," shares her inspiring story of resilience and overcoming adversity. Growing up in Hollywood with a mix of privilege and neglect, she faced challenges like being left alone at age 12 in the Honolulu airport by her parents for 6 hours. Despite this, Brigit found solace in cooking and pursued a career as a food writer, translating restaurant recipes for home cooks. Brigit emphasizes using humor to cope with hardship and celebrating wins and losses. She discusses the tendency to focus on negative feedback and the importance of self-confidence. Brigit also shares the story behind her memoir's title "Rotten Kid," a hurtful nickname from her mother, and stresses not blaming yourself for low self-esteem stemming from family dynamics. The conversation explores the concept of "choosing your battles," with Brigit encouraging listeners to find courage to tackle new challenges through self-belief and journaling. Her optimism, resilience, and embrace of new experiences like writing fiction and moving to Italy serve as an inspiration.
Dr. Frank Powers and Dr. Gloria Horsley, share their inspiring story of finding love later in life after losing their previous partners. As the "Golden Dating Doctors," they help seniors navigate the challenges of dating and provide hope for companionship. Their chance meeting on a dating site blossomed into a deep connection, as they discovered shared passions and experiences as therapists. Through their book and podcast, they aim to empower others to be "Open to Love" and embrace the possibility of finding fulfillment and joy in the seasoned years. They discuss the benefits of online dating for seniors, particularly women, and the importance of having a "dating buddy" for support. They share inspiring success stories of seniors who found companionship through online dating, even in the face of challenging life circumstances. They address the emotional hurdles of moving on after loss, acknowledging grief and loyalty, and the need to heal before pursuing new relationships. They provide insights and advice to help individuals navigate this delicate process with care and wisdom. Gloria and her daughter, Heidi, share insights on the Open to Hope podcast, encouraging listeners to embrace the possibility of a new relationship after loss. They discuss the importance of relationships for mental health and longevity, and how to overcome fears and obstacles. Frank and Gloria also share advice on navigating the challenges of blending families and moving forward after loss, emphasizing the importance of standing united as a couple and being open to new experiences.
Jacquie Abram, discrimination consultant, shares her powerful story of navigating toxic and discriminatory workplaces. Despite being set up to fail through lack of training and faulty equipment, Jacquie persevered, only to face the same challenges at each new job, highlighting the systemic racism many professionals of color experience. We discuss the covert forms of discrimination Black professionals, especially Black women, face, such as being set up to fail, excessive workloads, and perpetuating the "angry Black woman" stereotype. This creates a toxic environment where Black employees cannot advocate for themselves without being labeled aggressive, leading to marginalization and career setbacks. The concept of covert racism is explained using the analogy of an iceberg, where the visible 10% is overt racism, while the 90% hidden beneath is covert racism, deeply embedded in workplace cultures and difficult to detect. We discuss the challenges of addressing covert racism, including the "inspire to conspire" tactic where a leader targets and undermines an employee, often using biased colleagues to destroy their career. We share powerful accounts of experiencing workplace toxicity, bias, and coordinated efforts to undermine their careers, despite diversity and inclusion initiatives. They emphasize the importance of understanding the dynamics at play and strategizing to fight back against these systemic issues, as detailed in the book "Hush Money."
Tawfiq Rangwala
Coming Soon...
10/7/2024
Connor McKemey
Coming soon...
10/14/2024
Dan Granger, a former special education teacher, shares his personal journey with seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and depression. Despite facing challenges like childhood depression and epilepsy, he has written a book "Why Is Sam So Sad?" to help build resilience in children and adults dealing with similar issues. This episode discusses how the winter season can negatively impact moods and mental health, especially for those with SAD. Dan shares his personal struggles with lack of routine during holidays and negative thoughts at night, finding solace in reading and positive thinking. He highlights how growing up with special needs and health conditions like epilepsy has shaped their perspective on resilience and adapting to different challenges throughout life. Dan shares his experiences with learning disabilities like dyslexia and dyscalculia, emphasizing his determination to find support and draw inspiration from successful individuals who overcame similar obstacles. Writing served as a powerful tool for healing and growth during difficult times like the COVID-19 pandemic, providing a sense of purpose and allowing Dan to process his experiences. The act of writing a book helped Dan through depression and suicidal thoughts. We emphasize the importance of raising awareness about SAD, practicing gratitude through a "gratitude list," and understanding that pushing away loved ones during winter is a common symptom, not a reflection of relationships. Writing can help others better understand mental health struggles like depression.
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