story #20 - the cathartic journey of music

04/10/23 • 31 min

2 Listeners

For too long, many people have silently battled mental health issues, putting on a happy face for the rest of the world — including musicians.

Connect with Mike: https://twitter.com/mbankheadmusic

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Website: http://fragilemoments.org/tellyourstory

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For too long, many people have silently battled mental health issues, putting on a happy face for the rest of the world — including musicians.

Connect with Mike: https://twitter.com/mbankheadmusic

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Links mentioned:

Twitter

Website: http://fragilemoments.org/tellyourstory

Storyteller Community: https://fragilemoments.org/community

Review/Rate the Show: https://apple.co/36vrd9F

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Episode sponsor:

BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments for 10% off your first month.

Get full access to Storytelling Alchemist at storypodcast.substack.com/subscribe

Previous Episode

story #19 - coping with unexpected loss and finding hope

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While death is inevitable for all of us at some point, when a loved one or friend suddenly dies, we are reminded of our fragility. Death is hard and grieving is a process.

Connect with Megan: https://www.meganglosson.com/

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Links mentioned:

Twitter

Website: http://fragilemoments.org/tellyourstory

Reach Out: https://fragilemoments.org/ask

Storyteller Community: https://fragilemoments.org/community

Review/Rate the Show: https://apple.co/36vrd9F

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In this episode, JD delves into the difficult topic of unexpected grief and the unanswered questions surrounding why bad things happen to good people. The episode empathizes with listeners who may be going through this experience, acknowledging that everyone who loves them understands and that any way they feel is justified and meaningful.

The episode features a storyteller who's loved one, Emily, had a heart transplant but unfortunately passed away unexpectedly. The episode also discusses the difficulty of unresolved issues when someone passes away unexpectedly, such as proposing to a loved just before their passing.

The podcast explores the unfathomable nature of death and how unexpected grief can make one feel like a child standing in front of an endless ocean. The episode acknowledges that the human mind may never truly understand sudden loss and how it can be shocking to confront this reality.

Chapters:

00:00:00 The Challenge Of Coping With Sudden Loss And Grief

00:01:02 What's Your Story Podcast: Coping With Unexpected Loss And Moving Forward With Life

00:06:50 Change Of Plans For Surgery And Tests

00:11:32 Struggling With Unresolved Feelings After A Sudden End To A Relationship

00:13:33 Struggling With The Process Of Letting Go And Finding Hope

00:16:30 The Importance Of Helping With Day-to-day Tasks

Key Takeaways:

The podcast discusses the difficulty of dealing with the sudden loss of a loved one, including feelings of denial and unresolved issues. The speaker offers support to those who have experienced loss, reminding them that they are not alone and surrounded by "lifeguards" ready to help. The power of love is emphasized as a way to bring people back from grief and remind them of their own fragility. Death is acknowledged as an inevitable part of life, but grieving is a necessary process.

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story #21 - from abandonment to success

1 Recommendations

Stable, nurturing relationships are essential to healthy development and can provide us with a sense of security. When someone feels like they’ve been abandoned, it can leave them with lasting trauma.

Connect with Railey: https://www.instagram.com/raileymolinario/

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Twitter

Website: http://fragilemoments.org/tellyourstory

Reach Out: https://fragilemoments.org/ask

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Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NotTodayMedia

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Episode Summary:

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Riley, a love educator and relationship coach, who shares her incredible journey from being abandoned at birth to becoming a six-figure boss. We dive into her traumatic childhood experiences, including her father's abandonment and her mother's abusive relationship. Despite these challenges, Riley rose above the pain and suffering, eventually discovering her passion for teaching others how to thrive in relationships. We discuss the importance of taking responsibility for change and understanding how to respond to feelings of frustration and life's challenges. Join us as we explore the power of relationship intelligence and how it can lead to personal growth and thriving in difficult situations.

Chapters:

(0:00:55) - From Abandonment to Thriving

(0:18:08) - Taking Responsibility for Change

Chapter Summaries:

(0:00:55) - From Abandonment to Thriving (17 Minutes)

In this episode, Riley, an ex-love educator and relationship coach, shares her incredible journey from being abandoned at birth to becoming a six-figure boss. She talks about her traumatic childhood experiences, including her father's abandonment and her mother's abusive relationship. Despite the challenges she faced, Riley managed to rise above the pain and suffering, eventually discovering her passion for teaching others how to thrive in relationships. Riley reveals her struggles with anxiety and depression, and how she decided one day to take her life. However, a moment of clarity made her realize that she wanted the suffering to end, not her life.

(0:18:08) - Taking Responsibility for Change (3 Minutes)

We explore the importance of understanding how to respond to feelings of frustration and the challenges life presents us. By acknowledging these emotions and realizing that we have a choice in how we react, we can choose to respond in ways that benefit us instead of causing harm. Recognizing that problems are a part of life is crucial, and taking responsibility for our actions and responses is essential for personal growth and thriving in difficult situations'

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