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Dec. 3, 2025

Finding Growth After Hardship: A Guide #shorts

Suffered something terrible? There are ways to grow in the aftermath. It's one thing to understand, it's another to live it. Find your path to resilience. #Resilience #GrowthMindset #MentalHealth #OvercomingObstacles, #StrokeSurvivor #Resilience #LoveAfterTrauma #Inspiration #NeverGiveUp, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #debmeyerson, #stevezuckerman, #strokeonward, #strokeacrossamerica, #spouse, #familydynamics, #lifealteringevents, #pivot, #changedirection, #overcome, #nevergiveup, #yougotthis, #stroke,…

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Dec. 3, 2025

Stroke Survivor's Unbreakable Spirit: Love After Trauma #shorts

Debra's 2010 stroke altered everything—career, independence, even her voice. But not her determination. See how Debra and Steve redefined life and love after trauma. #StrokeSurvivor #Inspiration #Resilience #LoveAfterTrauma, #StrokeSurvivor #Resilience #LoveAfterTrauma #Inspiration #NeverGiveUp, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #debmeyerson, #stevezuckerman, #strokeonward, #strokeacrossamerica, #spouse, #familydynamics, #lifealteringevents, #pivot, #changedirection, #overcome, #nevergiveup, #yougotthis, #stroke, #overcomingstroke, #mentalhealth,…

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Dec. 3, 2025

Love, Loss, and Identity After Stroke: Stroke Onwards Deb Meyerson and Steve Zuckerman

A single weekend can reroute a life. When Deborah Meyerson, a tenured Stanford professor, suffered a stroke that stole her speech and altered her body, she and her husband, Steve Zuckerman, had to reimagine everything—career, communication, purpose, and the very shape of partnership. What began as an “it’ll pass” blip…

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Dec. 2, 2025

Thanksgiving: Finding Gratitude Amidst Loss and Challenges #shorts

The soul of Thanksgiving isn't about perfection or feasts—it's a sacred pause for gratitude and connection. Recognizing life's fragile beauty and the love that carries us through tough seasons. #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Hope #Resilience #Mindset, #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Grief #Loss #RealThanksgiving #Hope #Comfort, #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Healing #Strength #Connection, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #findingstrength, #comfort,…

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Dec. 2, 2025

Courageous Gratitude: Showing Up Amidst the Mess #shorts

True gratitude finds its voice in the heart of chaos. Traditions don't prevent pain, they remind us why we keep showing up. Just keep showing up. #Gratitude #Tradition #Courage #KeepShowingUp, #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Grief #Loss #RealThanksgiving #Hope #Comfort, #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Healing #Strength #Connection, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #findingstrength, #comfort, #findingcomfort, #thanksigivingmemories, #beingthankful, #holidaymemories,…

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Dec. 2, 2025

Thanksgiving: Finding Joy in Hard Times & Family #shorts

It's not about the food or table—it's about gratitude for carrying us through tough times. Love, faith, and connections keep us standing. Modeling resilience for younger generations. #Gratitude #Resilience #Faith #Love #Inspiration, #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Grief #Loss #RealThanksgiving #Hope #Comfort, #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Healing #Strength #Connection, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #findingstrength, #comfort, #findingcomfort, #thanksigivingmemories,…

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Dec. 2, 2025

Gratitude: An Act of Rebellion Against Despair #shorts

Gratitude isn't just a feeling—it's an act of rebellion against despair. It turns what you have into enough, even in tough times. Audit your adversity; choose to see good. #Gratitude #Mindset #Resilience #PositiveThinking, #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Grief #Loss #RealThanksgiving #Hope #Comfort, #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Healing #Strength #Connection, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #findingstrength, #comfort, #findingcomfort,…

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Dec. 2, 2025

Finding Gratitude: Celebrating Life's Little Moments #shorts

We celebrate small wins—moments of clarity, a smile, a simple 'I love you.' Gratitude isn't pretending everything's okay; it's noticing what still is and finding strength to keep showing up. #Gratitude #LittleThings #Resilience #Inspiration #FamilyLove, #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Grief #Loss #RealThanksgiving #Hope #Comfort, #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Healing #Strength #Connection, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #findingstrength,…

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Dec. 1, 2025

Truthful Thanksgiving: Gratitude, Empathy, and Resilience #shorts

Practice truthful Thanksgiving: gratitude that coexists with empathy. Acknowledge the pain and be thankful for what emerged. Choose presence over plenty, whisper thank you to life, and notice what still is. #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Empathy #Mindfulness, #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Grief #Loss #RealThanksgiving #Hope #Comfort, #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Healing #Strength #Connection, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #findingstrength,…

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Dec. 1, 2025

Embracing Change: Finding Strength in Unseen Things #shorts

Silence sustains us, granting strength even amidst grief. Embrace Thanksgiving's changing shape and remember: what seems hard now may be easier than what's to come. Find the light. #Silence #Strength #Thanksgiving #Perspective #Resilience, #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Grief #Loss #RealThanksgiving #Hope #Comfort, #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Healing #Strength #Connection, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #findingstrength, #comfort, #findingcomfort,…

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Dec. 1, 2025

Thanksgiving Reflections: Grief, Gratitude, and Love's Shape #shorts

Thanksgiving changes shape. It's grounded in real gratitude—the kind that sits with grief. 50 years without my dad, but his memory sits at the table. Love changes shape; I find something to be thankful for. #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Grief #Family #Love #Memory, #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Grief #Loss #RealThanksgiving #Hope #Comfort, #Thanksgiving #Gratitude…

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Dec. 1, 2025

Thanksgiving's Real Gratitude: Finding Light in Grief #shorts

Thanksgiving isn't always Hallmark moments. Real gratitude sits with grief, finds light in the different, honors memories even when it's hard. It's noticing what still is, strength to reach for joy. #RealGratitude #Thanksgiving #GriefAndGratitude #Hope #Comfort #Peace, #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Grief #Loss #RealThanksgiving #Hope #Comfort, #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Healing #Strength #Connection, #realtalktinaann,…

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Dec. 1, 2025

Thanksgiving: Finding Strength in Vulnerability #shorts

Thanksgiving feels like being held by something stronger than what hurt you. It's beautiful to be embraced by an enduring force. #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Healing #Resilience, #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Healing #Strength #Connection, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #findingstrength, #comfort, #findingcomfort, #thanksigivingmemories, #beingthankful, #holidaymemories, #memories, #vulnerability

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Dec. 1, 2025

Rainy Funeral: Remembering a Loved One's Final Day #shorts

It rained on the day of his funeral, and it seemed like it rained for days. I woke up this morning, looked outside, and thought, "God is crying." #Funeral #RainyDay #Grief #Sadness, #Loss #Grief #Memories #Family #Remembrance, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #remembering, #llossofdad, #lifeishard, #overcoming, #rememberingdad, #family, #podcast, #mentalhealthpodcast, #mentalhealthmatters

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Dec. 1, 2025

My Dad's Hospitalization: A Surreal Thanksgiving #shorts

A surreal Tuesday before Thanksgiving: a neighbor picked me up from swim practice. My parents were absent, and I was taken to the neighbor's house. It was the strangest feeling; I ended up watching Happy Days there. #StrangeMemories #SwimPractice #Thanksgiving #ChildhoodStories, #Loss #Grief #Memories #Family #Remembrance, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #remembering, #llossofdad,…

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Dec. 1, 2025

Feeling Surreal: Recalling a Devastating Tuesday #shorts

Deja vu? The rain, the day—it's all eerily familiar. That feeling when you just want to stay put because it feels too surreal. This day reminds me of one of the most devastating moments of my life. #DejaVu #Surreal #RainyDays #Memories, #Loss #Grief #Memories #Family #Remembrance, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #remembering, #llossofdad,…

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Dec. 1, 2025

Remembering Dad: Thanksgiving Reflections After 50 Years #shorts

On the Tuesday before Thanksgiving 1975, everything changed. Remembering my dad 50 years later and still finding blessings, even here. Thanksgiving isn't about the past, it's about the present. #Thanksgiving #Remembrance #Gratitude #Blessings, #Loss #Grief #Memories #Family #Remembrance, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #remembering, #llossofdad, #lifeishard, #overcoming, #rememberingdad, #family, #podcast, #mentalhealthpodcast, #mentalhealthmatters, #anniversaries

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Dec. 1, 2025

50 Years Later: Remembering His Last Morning #shorts

50 years ago today, it was my dad's last morning. He kissed me goodbye and walked out the door. Later that day, I learned he had died at work. A day I'll never forget. #Loss #Grief #Memories #Family #Remembrance, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #remembering, #llossofdad, #lifeishard, #overcoming, #rememberingdad, #family, #podcast, #mentalhealthpodcast, #mentalhealthmatters

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Nov. 25, 2025

November 25 1975

50 years!

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Nov. 25, 2025

Even Here, We are Thankful

A glossy holiday is easy to post, but the real story of Thanksgiving often lives in the places that ache. This year, our table looks different—empty chairs, fading memories, and traditions that no longer fit who we are now. Still, gratitude finds a seat beside grief. We talk about the…

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Nov. 24, 2025

Happy thanksgiving from our kids to yours!

Happy thanksgiving from Our Kids to YOURS! and any Young Person! We pray you have a Blessed Thanksgiving!

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Nov. 24, 2025

Learning Styles: Understanding How We Actually Learn! #shorts

Why do some people learn by doing, others by watching? Understanding different learning styles is key. The speaker shares why they always "screw it up" the first time – a relatable experience for many! #LearningStyles #ExperientialLearning #Education #PersonalGrowth, #LearningStyles #Education #ExperientialLearning #MistakesAreOkay, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #RJformanek, #flyingwithbrokenwings, #redshoesrock, #specialeducation, #experientiallearning, #brainprocessing,…

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Nov. 22, 2025

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: Understanding and Supporting Children #shorts

Discover how early experiences can shape our brains. Learn about the impact of alcohol exposure and how to support children with developmental differences through gentle, age-appropriate conversations. #BrainDevelopment #ChildDevelopment #FetalAlcoholSyndrome #Neurodiversity, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #rjformanek, #flyingwithbrokenwings, #redshoesrock, #fasd, #fetalalcoholspectrumdisorder, #autism, #neurodivergence, #neurodivergentpodcast, #autismpodcast, #fasdpodcast, #mentalhealthpodcast, #mentalhealth, #inspirationalpodcast, #inspirational

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Nov. 22, 2025

2-Hour Rule: Mastering Focus & Avoiding Regret #shorts

Does your brain feel like a 90s computer on startup? Give yourself a 2-hour grace period. Avoid decisions & convos until everything's online. You'll dodge regret later. #BrainHacks #MentalClarity #SelfCare #ProductivityTips, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #rjformanek, #flyingwithbrokenwings, #redshoesrock, #fasd, #fetalalcoholspectrumdisorder, #autism, #neurodivergence, #neurodivergentpodcast, #autismpodcast, #fasdpodcast, #mentalhealthpodcast, #mentalhealth, #inspirationalpodcast, #inspirational

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