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Tested by Trouble: How Vulnerability and Faith Helped Me Healing Through the Hardest Moments
Sometimes, life brings trouble to test our faith and push us toward true vulnerability. For a long time, my instinct was to keep things to myself and say, “I’ll figure it out”. But suppressing that struggle manifested physically and emotionally—leading to stress-related psoriasis, feelings of depression, and constant tears. I realized I couldn’t navigate it… →
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Speak Up Before It’s Too Deep: Birthday Reflections on Vulnerability and Support
When you’re trying to dig yourself out of a hole, remember: you need both hands to dig. But how are you going to pull yourself out without reaching for help? Whether it’s from above or through the people placed directly in your path, help is available—if you’re willing to speak up. If you keep silent… →
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Navigating Toxic Work Environments: Overcoming Bias, Discrimination, and Workplace Challenges
Have you ever had to navigate a toxic work environment or deal with unfair treatment in your career? 💭💔 In this clip from Tricks My Dog Taught Me, I talk with Reggie about opening up about past workplace experiences—from handling shifts in leadership to facing systemic issues like racism, sexism, and ageism early in our… →
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Perspective changes everything. 🎹✨
In this clip from Tricks My Dog Taught Me, I reflect on the incredible musical genius and resilience of Stevie Wonder—and how leaning into life’s unique challenges can unlock unexpected greatness. Who is an artist, leader, or historical figure whose resilience always inspires you? Drop their name in the comments below! 👇 🎧 Listen to… →
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We are always more adaptable than we give ourselves credit for. 🩼🏌️♂️
Facing limited mobility from a leg injury or surgery can feel overwhelming at first. But as Alex shares in this clip, the human mind and body have an incredible ability to adjust. Three weeks into recovery, he’s finding his rhythm, adapting faster than expected—and even swinging golf clubs at Topgolf on crutches! When life throws… →
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Sometimes the smallest life hack can make the biggest difference during recovery. 🧺🚲
Navigating mobility challenges requires adaptation, and as Alex points out, simple solutions can totally restore your sense of independence. When a customer suggested attaching a bicycle basket to his walker, it transformed his daily routine—allowing him to carry his own meals, drinks, medicine, and laundry without relying on others. It’s a powerful reminder of how… →
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Mental health work is the foundation that helps us weather life’s unexpected storms. 🧠💪
Doing the inner work isn’t just about managing daily stress—it prepares you for life’s sudden physical and emotional crises. In this clip, Alex shares how spending a year and a half in therapy gave him the mental tools, perspective, and grounding needed to navigate a major knee recovery with resilience and gratitude. When you prioritize… →
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Our minds and bodies are capable of incredible adaptation when determination leads the way. ⛳️✨
It’s amazing to watch how our bodies compensate when we face a physical challenge. Golfing on crutches? That takes a special kind of drive! When you truly want something—not just in your head, but in your heart—you figure out how to pivot, adapt, and keep pushing forward toward your goals no matter what limitations try… →
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This Isn’t Your Final Chapter. ✨
Even when setbacks slow us down, finding the silver lining changes everything. Focusing on what you can still enjoy—rather than what’s temporarily out of reach—is where true resilience lives. There are so many more chapters left to write. 📖 👇 Question for you: What’s a silver lining you’ve held onto during a tough season in your life? Share your… →
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Keep growing, even if it makes others uncomfortable! 💡✨
On this episode of Tricks My Dog Taught Me, Cree and I dive into a tricky workplace and personal dynamic: what happens when people want you to do well, but secretly worry about you surpassing them. Sometimes “advice” or “looking out for you” is actually an attempt to keep you from outshining them. 📈⚡ Have… →
