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June 2, 2025

Paralysis to Paradise Dancing with My Soul Alive!

What happens when your body can’t move the way it once did—but your soul still dances? In this unforgettable episode, we explore the healing power of music, memory, and movement through the story of a woman who, paralyzed yet undeterred, finds joy in a dance that connects her to her…

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June 2, 2025

The Black Chair A Father's Gift of Honest Anger

What if you had a safe space to say anything—to be angry, scared, or broken—and still be loved without consequence? In this moving episode, we explore the legacy of the “black chair,” a powerful symbol of emotional safety passed down from a father to his children. Our guest shares how…

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June 2, 2025

Triumph Over Paralysis Rebecca's Inspiring Story of Resilience 1

In Part 2 of our powerful conversation with Rebecca Galli, we continue exploring her extraordinary journey through unimaginable loss—paralysis, the death of a child, and the pain of divorce. This episode is a raw and uplifting story of heartbreak and humor, of choosing joy over bitterness, and of rebuilding a…

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June 2, 2025

Rethinking Possible Overcoming Adversity with Inspirational Wisdom

Some would say life hasn’t been kind to her—but Rebecca Galli has rewritten that narrative with grit, grace, and an unshakable spirit. In this deeply inspiring episode, we dive into the hard-earned wisdom found in her books Rethinking Possible and Morning Fuel. From the loss of her brother and son,…

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June 2, 2025

Trusting Instincts Leaning into Love After Betrayal

What gives us the courage to trust our instincts—especially when the road ahead is uncertain? In this deeply reflective episode, we explore the emotional barriers we build after betrayal, and the power of choosing vulnerability over self-protection. Our guest shares how leaning into love, even after pain, became the compass…

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June 2, 2025

Pegs in Brain Overcoming Family Challenges & Finding Perfect

What happens when life demands everything from you—physically, emotionally, and mentally—all at once? In this powerful episode, we explore the art of emotional compartmentalization through the visual metaphor of “putting pegs in your brain,” a strategy for surviving when pain, pressure, and parenting collide. Our guest opens up about navigating…

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June 1, 2025

Transforming 'Why' to 'How' Acceptance & Efficient Progress

What if the key to healing isn’t asking why—but asking how? In this thought-provoking episode, we explore how shifting from “Why is this happening?” to “How am I going to move through this?” can lead to greater acceptance and forward motion. This subtle but powerful change in mindset helps break…

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June 1, 2025

Navigating Grief A Family's Journey Through Loss & Healing

Grief doesn’t look the same for everyone—even within the same family. In this heartfelt episode, we explore how one family navigated loss while honoring each member’s unique way of coping. From a father who turned his pain into public ministry to a mother who found solace in private support groups,…

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June 1, 2025

Rethinking Possible: How to Navigate Life’s Detours and Find Your Support Crew

What do you do when life takes a turn you never planned for? In this insightful episode, we explore the “rethinking possible” mindset—a practical and compassionate approach to navigating unexpected challenges. From accepting hard realities to assessing your ability to cope, our guest shares how identifying your emotional limits and…

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June 1, 2025

Embrace Wounds Finding Strength in Scars and Pain

What if walking with a limp isn’t weakness—it’s wisdom? In this deeply moving episode, we explore what it means to carry visible and invisible wounds while still moving forward. Our guest shares how embracing the metaphor of “walking with a limp” helped her honor her pain, her scars, and the…

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June 1, 2025

Parallel Paths Navigating Life's Uncertain Journeys with Hope

What if the key to surviving the unknown is walking two paths at once? In this compelling episode, we explore the concept of parallel paths—a mindset that offers movement and hope even in times of deep uncertainty. Whether facing a child’s uncertain recovery, a possible divorce, or a life-changing diagnosis…

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May 31, 2025

Overcoming Loneliness Supporting Family Through Hard Times

What does it look like to be the backbone of a family while quietly battling isolation and emotional fatigue? In this deeply honest episode, we explore the experience of women who hold everything together—appointments, hospital visits, sleepless nights—often without anyone to lean on. Our guest opens up about what it…

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May 31, 2025

Navigating Life's Storms Building Your Support Boat

What do you do when life doesn’t just throw you off course—it sends you over the edge with no warning and no life raft? In this powerful episode, we dive into what it really means to survive the unplanned and the unthinkable. From redefining regret to building emotional "shock absorbers,"…

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May 31, 2025

Love's Power Embrace Others & Accept Change Relationships

What if love could be larger than the circumstances that try to divide us? In this soulful episode, we explore the power of choosing love over judgment, even when relationships don’t follow the expected path. From accepting what we can’t change to embracing people who may not “make sense” to…

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May 31, 2025

Grief Support Finding the Right People in Difficult Times

Grief has a way of reshaping everything—including the people we lean on. In this honest conversation, we explore the surprising truth that sometimes, those closest to us aren't the ones who can support us best—especially when they're grieving too. From navigating sibling loss to expanding your circle of emotional support,…

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May 31, 2025

Adopting Kids with Autism A Father's Heartfelt Story

What happens when joy feels just out of reach—when the love is deep, but the struggle is real? In this raw and heartfelt episode, we explore the emotional complexity of parenting children with special needs, navigating trauma, and managing the quiet ache of “I wish” moments. Host Annied shares her…

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May 28, 2025

Again...Let Your Love Be Larger with bestselling author, Rebecca Galli, part 2

Rebecca Galli's story isn't just about survival—it's about creating a magnificent life from the pieces that remain after tragedy shatters your original plans. Picking up where Part 1 left off, this powerful conversation delves deeper into Rebecca's extraordinary journey of navigating motherhood from a wheelchair, building a thriving autism nonprofit,…

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May 25, 2025

Creative Coping

What if healing didn’t come in a perfect package of therapy sessions and spa days? What if the real work of recovery happened with whatever you could grab in the moment—a napkin, a playlist, or a good cry in the shower? In this episode, we explore creative coping—the art of…

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May 25, 2025

Toxic Positivity

In this honest and eye-opening episode, we dive into the pressure to “just stay positive” and why toxic positivity can actually be harmful, not healing. We unpack the difference between hope and denial—and explore how shutting down real emotions in favor of forced cheerfulness silences pain rather than soothing it.…

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May 25, 2025

Reframe Your Reality From 'Why Me' to Empowerment

What if the most powerful shift you could make in the middle of your pain was changing one simple question? In this deeply honest episode, we explore how reframing "Why me?" into "What now?" can move us from feeling stuck to reclaiming our power. We talk about how this mindset…

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May 25, 2025

Love's Power Overcoming Adversity with a Larger Heart

What does it mean to let your love be larger—larger than adversity, than grief, than the pain that threatens to break us? In this moving episode, we explore one of the most powerful themes from Rebecca Galli’s memoir: the resilience found in love. When everything else tries to take you…

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May 25, 2025

Positive Mornings Your Daily Dose of Inspiration & Reflection

In this uplifting episode, we explore the power of starting your day with purpose and positivity through the lens of bestselling author Rebecca Galli’s daily inspiration book, Morning Fuel. Rebecca shares how the simple act of reading short reflections each morning—paired with coffee and a quiet moment of journaling—became a…

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May 25, 2025

Dad's Car Prank Mom's Hilarious Reaction!

In this heartwarming and hilarious episode, Rebecca Galli shares a memory that perfectly captures the healing power of humor—even in the face of adversity. From a misfire with adaptive hand controls to her mother’s unforgettable “tickle box meltdown,” Rebecca reflects on how laughter became a lifeline in her family’s journey…

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May 25, 2025

Why to How Acceptance & Problem Solving Power!

In this insightful episode of Real Talk with Tina and Ann, we explore how shifting from "Why is this happening?" to "How do I move forward?" can unlock healing, clarity, and momentum—especially in times of crisis. Guest Rebecca Galli shares how this powerful mindset shift helped her family navigate grief,…

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