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Oct. 22, 2025

Healing Memories: Husband's Wisdom on Strength and Trauma #shorts

She reflects on the return of painful memories, recalling how her husband helped her see that strength and trauma can coexist. It's okay to be both. #MentalHealth #TraumaHealing #Resilience #Relationships, #TraumaRecovery #MentalHealth #Resilience #Relationships #CopingSkills, #realtalktinaann, #anahebraflaster, #annkagarise, #PropertyoftheRevolution, #memoirinterview, #authorinterview, #memoir, #bestsellingbook, #healing, #overcoming, #ptsd, #therapy, #cubanimmigrant, #immigrantstory, #mentalhealth,…

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Oct. 22, 2025

Mom Fought for Justice at CVS! Be Brave and Do The Right Thing! #shorts

This video pays tribute to Ann Kagarise and Ana Hebra Flaster. Their stories exemplify justice and unwavering bravery in the face of adversity. #Justice #Bravery #Inspiration #Heroines, #JusticeMatters #Bravery #Inspiration #Heroines #ReelsOfInstagram #PowerfulWomen, #realtalktinaann, #anahebraflaster, #propertyoftherevolution, #justice, #bravery, #annkagarise, #podcast, #motherslegacy, #mentalhealthpodcast, #memoir, #mentalhealth, #inspirational, #bestsellingbooks, #authorinterview

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Oct. 20, 2025

Redeeming Injustice: Writing a Book to Honor the Forgotten #shorts

One writer's journey: turning past injustice into present-day honor. The act of writing becomes a way to redeem history and those touched by it. A powerful act of remembrance. #WritingCommunity #RedemptionStory #HistoricalFiction #AuthorLife, #WritingCommunity #AuthorLife #Storytelling #RedemptionStory #BookLover #Inspiration, #realtalktinaann, #anahebraflaster, #propertyoftherevolution, #memoir, #annkagarise, #authorinterview, #immigrantstory, #cubanimmigrantstory, #immigrant, #Cuba, #podcast,…

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Oct. 20, 2025

Trauma: The Paradox of Saving You, Then Sinking You #shorts

Trauma saves lives in the moment, but avoidance can lead to later harm. Many resist identifying as survivors at first. Understanding this paradox is key to healing. #TraumaRecovery #MentalHealth #Resilience #HealingJourney, #TraumaHealing #MentalHealth #Resilience #SelfAwareness #InnerStrength #ReelsOfInstagram, #realtalktinaann, #anahebraflaster, #trauma, #healing, #therapy, #counseling, #cubanimmigrant, #immigrantstory, #immigrant, #cuba, #ptsd, #podcast, #annkagarise,…

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Oct. 20, 2025

Cuban Revolution: Did the Cuban People REALLY Want Communism? #shorts

The widespread belief that the Cuban people desired a communist revolution is a misunderstanding. They actually sought a return to democracy and self-determination, not a shift toward a communist system. #CubanRevolution #CubanHistory #Democracy #Communism, #CubanHistory #Revolution #Cuba #HistoryFacts #Communism #ReelsOfInstagram, #realtalktinaann, ##anahebraflaster, #memoir, #propertyoftherevolution, #democracy, #communism, #cubanpeople, #cubanimmigrant, #immigrant, #revolution,…

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Oct. 20, 2025

Soldiers in Classrooms: How Propaganda Shaped Cuban Youth's Trust #shorts

The book recounts soldiers infiltrating classrooms, subtly shaping the perspectives of young students. Examining methods and motives behind the infiltration. #BookAnalysis #Influence #Soldiers #Classrooms, #EducationMatters #CriticalThinking #Influence #MindControl #HiddenAgendas #ReelsInsight, #realtalktinaann, #anahebraflaster, #cubanimmigrant, #cuba, #fidelcastro, #communism, #podcast, #annkagarise, #mentalhealthpodcast, #mentalhealth, #memoir, #authorinterview, #bestsellingbook

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Oct. 20, 2025

Cuban People's Fight: Freedom, Democracy, and the Right to Speak! #shorts

The video shows the Cuban people's deep desire for freedom, democracy, and the fundamental right to openly express their thoughts and opinions. #CubanFreedom #DemocracyNow #HumanRights #FreeCuba, #CubaLibre #FreedomForCuba #SOSCuba #DemocracyNow #CubanPeople #HumanRights #Reels, #realtalktinaann, #anahebraflaster, #cubanimmigrantstory, #cuba, #cubanpeople, #democracy, #freespeech, #mentalhealth, #mentalhealth, #inspirational, #podcast, #annkagarise

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Oct. 20, 2025

Writing Career Success: From Sitcoms to Novels - Leslie's Story! #shorts

Ann interviews Leslie, uncovering the secrets behind her successful writing career. She shares insights and strategies that have helped her achieve her goals. #WritingCareer #WritingTips #AuthorInterview #SuccessStory, #writingcareer #writingtips #interview #careeradvice, #realtalktinaann, #leslierasmussen, #novel, #writing, #sitcomwriter, #novelist, #authorinterview, #annkagarise, #podcast, #bookpodcast,

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Oct. 20, 2025

Author's Delight: Readers' Genius Interpretations of My Book! #shorts

An author finds joy when readers interpret his book, even if they uncover meanings he never planned. It is a beautiful testament to how a creation can be understood in many unique ways. #BookInterpretation #AuthorLife #ReadersJoy #LiteraryAnalysis, #BookLover #ReadersInterpretation #AuthorsLife #BookMeanings #ReelsOfInstagram #BookCommunity, #realtalktinaann, #leslierasmussen, #readersinsight, #memoir, #novel, #authorinterview, #annkagarise,…

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Oct. 20, 2025

Sisters Embrace Mom's Flaws: A Heartfelt TikTok Moment! #shorts

After uncovering their mother's hidden past, two sisters come to understand her flaws and appreciate her sacrifices. They realize she did the best she could, given the circumstances. #FamilySecrets #MotherDaughter #Acceptance #FamilyDrama, #FamilySecrets #MothersAndDaughters #Forgiveness #FamilyDrama #ReelsOfInstagram #LifeLessons #Understanding, #realtalktinaann, #leslierasmussen, #annkagarise, #podcast, #familydynamics, #forgiveness, #motherdaughterrelationship, #sisterrelationships, #siblingrelaitonships, #mentalhealth, #mentalhealthpodcast,…

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Oct. 19, 2025

Family Secrets & Abandonment: How Past Shapes Our Lives! #shorts

The author explores themes of loss, family secrets, and healing in her book, drawing inspiration from real-life abandonment experiences. She delves into how past decisions impact the lives of her characters, revealing profound truths. #bookthemes #familysecrets #healingjourney #authorexploration, #loss #familySecrets #healing #abandonment #resilience #understanding, #realtalktinaann, #podcast, #annkagarise, #leslierasmussen, #bestsellingbooks, #familydynamics,…

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Oct. 19, 2025

Do You Show Up Authentically in Relationships? #shorts

An exploration into the theme of authenticity within relationships, contrasting initial questioning with personal narratives of past promiscuity and a deep search for genuine connection. #authenticity #relationships #connection #selfdiscovery, #authenticity #relationships #connection #personalGrowth #selfDiscovery, #realtalktinaann, #whatislove, #authenticrelationships, #taintedlove, #podcast, #mentalhealth, #mentalhealthpodast, #inspirational, #inspirationalpodcast, #annkagarise, #denisebard

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Oct. 19, 2025

Did Your Childhood Mess Up Your Definition of Love? #shorts

Ann and Denise explore how childhood and society shape our perceptions of love. They discuss whether these influences lead to unrealistic expectations. Is true love different from what we've been taught? #love #relationships #childhood #expectations #society, #love #relationships #childhood #expectations #growth, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #denisebard, #childhooddyfunction, #findinglove, #definitionoflove, #familydynamics, #podcast, #mentalhealthpodcast,…

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Oct. 19, 2025

Meet Sade: Positive Affirmations to Empower You! #shorts

A close friend, known as Miss Love Freely, inspires others. She shares her journey of empowerment through positive affirmations and self-love. Her message is clear: embrace positivity to transform your life. #positiveaffirmations #selflove #empowerment #MissLoveFreely, #empowerment #affirmations #inspiration #positivevibes, #realtalktinaann, #love, #positiveaffirmations, #denisebard, #selflove, #selfcare, #inspirational, #inspirationalpodast, #mentalhealth, #mentalhealthpodcast #annkagarise

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Oct. 19, 2025

Childhood Performance: When Love Felt Like an Act #shorts

Denise reflects on how childhood performances, driven by a desire for love, shaped her understanding of self. She explores the profound connection between early experiences and identity formation. #childhood #identity #performance #selflove,. #childhood #performance #identity #selflove #validation, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #denisebard, #childhoodabuse, #dysfunction, #familydynamics, #familydysfunction, #love, #mentalhealth, #mentalhealthpodcast, #inspirational, #inspirationalpodcast

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Oct. 19, 2025

Child's Fear of Homelessness: I Had to Save My Family! #shorts

A harrowing realization dawns as one confronts the terrifying prospect of losing everything in a fire. The need to be awake and save the family becomes paramount. Who else would save them? #fire #nightmare #family #save #homeless, #fear #homelessness #family #awake #save, #cubanimmigrant, #immigrantstory, #livinginfear, #ptsd, #overcoming, #realtalktinaann, #anahebraflaster, #memoir,…

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Oct. 19, 2025

Always Have an Exit Plan: Surviving Loss & Living with Fear #shorts

An immigrant family in New Hampshire holds onto an exit strategy, shaped by the haunting memory of losing their homeland. This is their story of resilience and preparedness. #immigrantstories #resilience #newhampshire #exitplan, #immigrantstories #newhampshire #family #resilience #preparedness #community, #realtalktinaannm, #annkagarise, #anahebraflaster, #propertyoftherevolution, #memoir, #strongwomen, #cubanimmigrant, #immigrant, #livinginfear, #ptsd, #mentalhealthpodcast, #mentalhealthmatters,…

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Oct. 19, 2025

Leaving Cuba: Family's Painful Sacrifice for Freedom #shorts

A Cuban family reflects on the profound losses they experienced when leaving their home, possessions, and loved ones behind. The narrator shares the deep emotional toll of this sacrifice. #Cuba #family #loss #immigration #sacrifice, #CubanFamily #ImmigrationStories #Sacrifice #Loss #Family #Cuba, #realtalktinaann, #anahebraflaster, #bestsellingbook, #cubaimmigrant, #podcast, #memoir, #bestsellingbook, #freedom, #strongwomen, #overcoming,…

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Oct. 19, 2025

Cuban Childhood: The Motorcycle Sound That Still Haunts Me! #shorts

A simple motorcycle sound triggers a wave of nostalgia. It’s a potent reminder of a Cuban world that once was, now just a memory. #Cuba #Motorcycle #Nostalgia #Memory #Shorts, #Cuba #motorcycle #nostalgia #loss #memory, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #anahebraflaster, #propertyoftherevolution, #memoir, #bestsellingbook, #cubanimmigrant, #strongwomen, #cubanchildhood, #ptsd, #mentalhealth, #mentalhealthpodast, #inspirational, #inspirationalpodast,

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Oct. 19, 2025

Cuban Woman's Lingering Revolution Ties: A Heartbreaking Story #shorts

Ana Hebra Flaster shares her story of Cuba and how the revolution dramatically altered the course of her life. Her reflections offer a look into the past. #Cuba #Revolution #History #shorts, #Cuba #revolution #history #identity #culture, #realtalktinaann, #anahebraflaster, #annkagarise, #propertyoftherevolution, #memoir, #bestsellingbook, #strongwomen, #overcoming, #mentalhealth, #mentalhealthpodast, #inspirational

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Oct. 17, 2025

Childhood Trauma: How I Learned Love the Hard Way! #shorts

Ann and Denise explore how love is understood in childhood. Denise recounts the unconditional love she received from a dedicated caseworker, shaping her view of relationships. #childhood #love #caseworker #relationships, #childhoodlove #unconditionallove #caseworker #love #childhood #relationships, #realtalktinaann, #podcast, #denisebard, #annkagarise, #childhood, #whatislove, #mentalhealth, #mentalhealthpodast, #inspirationalpodast

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Oct. 17, 2025

I Was Conceived by Rape: My Story & How It Shaped Me #shorts

Ann shares a deeply personal secret on a podcast, revealing her origins as a product of rape. Denise's raw reaction underscores the weight of Ann's story and its impact. #revelation #podcast #secret #emotional #story #inspiration, #podcast #storytelling #truth #connection #empathy #support #revelation #personal, #realtalktinaann, #podcast, #denisebard, #annkagarise, #mentalhealth, #mentalhealthpodcast, #overcoming

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Oct. 17, 2025

I Thought Promiscuity Was Love: My Wild Teen Years! #shorts

A deep dive into the motivations behind past actions and the search for genuine connection. Exploring the desires that drive behavior. #promiscuity #connection #desire #motivation #behavior #selfdiscovery, #selfdiscovery #relationships #connection #vulnerability #authenticity, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #denisebard, #podcast, #love, #reallove, #relationships, #findingreallove, #mentalhealth, #mentalhealthpodcast, #inspirational, #inspirationalpodcast

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Oct. 16, 2025

Becoming a Mom Changed Everything: The Ultimate Love! #shorts

Discover how becoming a mom redefined one person's understanding of true love. It surpasses all earthly love. There's nothing like parenting a child. #motherhood #parenting #truelove #family #love, #motherhood #parenting #trueLove #family #love #inspiration, #realtalktinaann, #beingamom, #beingaparent, #parentingachild, #truelove, #hope, #familydynamics, #becomingamom, #ultimatemom, #podcast, #annkagarise, #denisebard, #mentalhealthpodcast, #mentalhealth, #mentalhealthmatters

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