Resilience and Triumph: Ally Phillips’ Journey Through Tragedy | Lessons From Living
In the first part of this powerful episode of Lessons From Living, influencer Ally Phillips opens up about the three formative tragedies that shaped her life, including the heartbreaking suicide of her father when she was just 10 years old. Discover how her mother, a...
From 200 Pounds Lost to a Life System: How to Transform Health, Mindset & Life
In this powerful Part 2 interview of Lessons From Living, Stanley Bronstein shares the 20-trait system of excellence he developed after losing 200 pounds and transforming his life. Stanley explains each trait — from personal responsibility, persistence, and discipline...
Transforming Weight Loss: Stanley Bronstein’s Journey of Losing 200 Pounds and Inspiring Change
In this motivating episode of Lessons From Living, we chat with Stanley Bronstein, who successfully lost 200 pounds and has maintained his weight loss for 18 years. Stanley shares his personal journey, revealing the circumstances that led to his significant weight...
Starting Over: Life Lessons at Any Age | Solo Episode of Lessons From Living
In this intriguing episode of Lessons From Living, we delve into the transformative journey of starting over at any stage in life. Join me as I share noteworthy stories from my own experiences and those of others who have embraced change, overcome challenges, and...
Lee Isaacs on Reframing Rejection and Defining Success in the Music Industry
Rejection is part of every creative journey, but how you respond to it can determine your future. In this second conversation with Nashville singer-songwriter Lee Isaacs, Beth Graham explores how resilience, perspective, and perseverance help turn setbacks into...
Lee Isaacs on Pursuing a Passion, Overcoming Challenges, and Maintaining Motivation in Music
What does it take to keep pursuing a dream when rejection, uncertainty, and obstacles are part of the journey? In this inspiring episode, Beth Graham sits down with Nashville singer-songwriter Lee Isaacs to talk about passion, perseverance, and the realities of...
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Addressing Apathy in an Election Year
A friend recently told me that she had not voted in 12 years. She said the political process was repulsive to her, and it made her feel lousy to be a part of it. I certainly sympathize with this sentiment; as enlightened as our country is in some ways, the political...
A Prayer for Patriotism
I recently had the privilege and great joy of meeting a young man from the Philippines. I knew very little about his country; only that it is still considered a developing country. I have since learned that according to 2021 statistics, nearly 25% of the population...
MLK: Wisdom for Today
In this time of turmoil in the United States, I find myself wishing that a fellow like Martin Luther King was still with us. How we need his wisdom today! While we remember him as an advocate of healthy race relationships, I think his words speak to today’s...
Easy Tips for Surviving Quarantine with Kids
I don’t know about you, but when the helpful “Surviving Quarantine” tips I read make me feel like quarantine is one more way I’m failing my children, they are far from helpful. Is this one-woman shop really supposed to replace school, music lessons, dance rehearsals...
10 Benefits of a Pandemic
In a recent conversation with my daughter, I postulated that there might be benefits to this virus, Covid-19. She nearly whispered, “I do not dare speak those words—but I think I agree.” I am going to speak those words, friends. And I preface the following by...
Dawn Ward on Ambiguous Loss, Spiritual Warfare & Rugged Love — Lessons From Living
In this powerful episode of Lessons From Living, Beth Graham sits down with Dawn Ward for a deeply honest conversation about addiction, ambiguous loss, spiritual...
Empowered Mobility: Jenna Udenberg’s Journey from Physical Limitation to Advocacy
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Reflecting on 2025: Lessons Learned and New Beginnings | New Year’s Eve Special
Join us for a meaningful New Year's Eve episode as Richard and I reflect on the transformative moments of 2025. We discuss the beliefs we've updated, habits that brought us joy, and the books that reshaped our perspectives. Discover what we stopped doing that improved...
Perseverance After Catastrophe: Dr. James Perdue on Quadriplegia, Resilience, Faith, and Purpose
What does perseverance really look like after life changes forever? In this deeply moving and surprisingly joyful episode of *Lessons From Living*, host Beth Graham sits down with Dr. James Perdue—Professor of Perseverance—for an honest conversation about resilience,...
Centering Prayer and the Journey to Your True Self with Rich Lewis
What if silence is not the absence of God—but the place where you finally meet Him? In this *Lessons From Living* episode, Rich Lewis, author of *Sitting with God: A Journey to Your True Self Through Centering Prayer*, shares how contemplative prayer became one of the...
Caring Without Losing Yourself: Healing and Hope for Caregivers
Caregiving can change everything—your relationships, your health, your sense of self. In this *Lessons From Living* episode, writer and former ICU nurse Tracy Crump shares her journey through years of caregiving, having cared for four close family members. We talk...
Breaking the Cycle: Caleb David’s Journey Through Abuse, Loss, and Rediscovering Faith and Purpose
In this powerful episode of Lessons From Living, Caleb David shares his courageous journey through abuse, loss, and the rediscovery of faith and purpose. From growing up in a turbulent environment to overcoming the trauma of his childhood, Caleb reflects on his path...