240 Shelley Buck

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Shelley shares how she overcame the loss of her son, Ryder, whom she considers an introspective and creative soulmate. She found that writing her book, memorializing him and contacts with him helped her to heal and find her way back to the light. Shelley shares the following nuggets of life wisdom:
– search for our spirit and light
– live in the light
– pick ourselves up
– it’s one day at a time
– take care of yourself
– tune in to the things that bring you joy
– writing can help to get to your inner light
– spark that light within you
– share your story
– being helpful to others

https://www.leaveyourlightonbook.com

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239 Ben Ewell (Special)

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Through perseverance and a mindset of never giving up, Ben was able to work his way through the ‘perfect storm’ … a series of trauma and losses. He was determined that he would work his way through them. What I found extremely humbling and generous was how Ben was able to repurpose his losses into something that gives life and is a service to others. He shares the following nuggets of life wisdom:
– keep going
– perseverance is the key
– never give up
– nothing is as beautiful as a tree
– every problem can be an opportunity
– good things can happen
– when you feel overwhelmed, find a place that is meaningful to you and think of that

benewell.memoir@gmail.com 
https://us.amazon.com/Sunday-Afternoons-Other-Times-Remembered-ebook/dp/B09CCY32GX

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238 Donna Keel Armer

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Donna took inventory of her life and realized that allowing others to influence her was no longer serving her. Experiencing Italy enabled her to sort through past guilt/shame/pain. Donna found her own voice and empowered herself. Today, she seeks joy, such her passion for writing. Donna shares the following nuggets of life wisdom:
– find your voice
– it’s never too late to reinvent yourself
– be part of a community
– our lives are fragmented
– we’re only given one day
– fill each day with joy
– empower others that cross our paths
– we are each so beautiful and unique
– know your own strengths and embrace them
– take on your biggest dreams

https://donnaarmer.com 
https://www.facebook.com/donnakeelarmer 

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