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Never Ever Give Up Hope

Carol Graham

Stories of ordinary people who have experienced the extraordinary and gone from hopelessness to success

society & culture mental health

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35:42

Is the Lie You Are Telling Other People, the Lie You...

Never Ever Give Up Hope ·

2025/11/02

One day, Troy Karnes drank too much and missed his wife's birthday dinner (that he had planned). To show her he could change, he put $10k into their joint bank account and told her he wanted to use it for a dream vacation a year later. If he messed up, she could take it. He didn't last a month. She kicked him out of the house that afternoon. When he woke up in a hotel the next day, he watched the sunrise and had no idea where he had slept the night before, where he would be a week from then, or

36:25

Could Your Struggles be Your Access to Wisdom and a...

Never Ever Give Up Hope ·

2025/10/29

Lori Pappas plodded with a slow, heavy pace against resistance in her youth. Her parents had her committed when she was 16 years old because they could not control her. She was rebellious, and her mother, a religious fanatic, was convinced she was possessed by the devil. While there, she heard rumors that she was scheduled for shock treatments. She devised a plan and escaped - armed with only her smarts and determination. Lori made the difficult decision to become the architect of her life without

35:43

How Do You Produce on Purpose to Experience a Full Life?

Never Ever Give Up Hope ·

2025/10/05

Randy Adkins, Jr suffered the tragic loss of his 19-year-old younger brother over 20 years ago. Although that was devastating and a time of feeling helpless, it was also a time filled with questions that caused him to self-reflect and make life choices. Randy creatively weaves his experiences as a corporate consultant, ordained minister, community leader, and distinguished toastmaster into a tapestry, inspiring observers to integrate spiritual growth principles into everyday life. Randy

40:27

What are the 10 Publishing Myths You Need to Know and...

Never Ever Give Up Hope ·

2025/09/13

To all aspiring authors and those who have already been published, you will gain valuable knowledge about publishing from Terry Whalin. Terry Whalin is an editor and author of over 60 books and has written for more than 50 magazines. Several of Terry’s books have sold over 100,000 copies. Because of the common misconceptions and conflicting information about publishing, many authors are left confused when it is time to publish their book. These authors often focus only on the content of their

The Secret How to Maintain Your Mindset in the Middle...

Never Ever Give Up Hope ·

2025/08/13

Jenn Todling had a mental breakdown after caring for her chronically ill spouse for five years. She felt trapped and hopeless, assuming she would never be able to leave the situation or have a fulfilling life. This was a turning point for her to realize that her mental health was at risk, and she needed to seek help and support. With a past life as an audit partner at Ernest and Young, a stint at the US Securities and Exchange Commission, and an adjunct faculty coach at the University of Denver,

29:19

The Secret How to Maintain Your Mindset in the Middle...

Never Ever Give Up Hope ·

2025/08/13

36:00

How to Face Your Journey with Certainty Instead of Pain

Never Ever Give Up Hope ·

2025/08/09

From her humble beginning as a bartender to the sacred halls of the convent and through the trials of tumultuous relationships and alcoholism, Gina Economopoulos grapples with loss, grief, and the pursuit of self-discovery. From the agonizing decision to leave the convent behind to the numbing embrace of alcoholism, every step of her journey is fraught with uncertainty and pain. Yet, through sheer resilience and unwavering determination, she begins the process of healing, learning to let go of

How to Face Your Journey with Certainty Instead of Pain

Never Ever Give Up Hope ·

2025/08/09

How to Face Your Journey with Certainty Instead of Pain

Never Ever Give Up Hope ·

2025/08/09

How Would You Respond if You Had 1% Chance of...

Never Ever Give Up Hope ·

2025/07/28

In 2004, Madelaine Weiss had a flesh-eating disease, which started as strep throat and extended into her arm. She had a 1% chance of survival. The doctors were threatening to remove her upper right quadrant, but after seven weeks in the hospital and three months off her post at Harvard Medical School, here she is – happy, healthy, prosperous, and productive with a smile. Madelaine Weiss is a Harvard-trained licensed psychotherapist and mindset expert, with an MBA and board certification in

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How Would You Respond if You Had 1% Chance of...

Never Ever Give Up Hope ·

2025/07/28

31:25

How To Bring Joy Back To the Workplace

Never Ever Give Up Hope ·

2025/07/21

Dr. Danny Brassell is a highly sought-after speaker, trainer, and coach known as “Jim Carrey with a PH.D.” Dr Danny went to 18 schools before he was 12 years old, and everyone made fun of him because he stuttered. It is ironic that he now gets paid huge sums of money to travel the world and help people speak. Dr. Brassell has spoken to over 3,500 audiences worldwide and authored 18 books, including his latest, Misfits and Crackpots. As the co-founder of the world’s top reading engagement

Each Step - Big or Small - Makes A Big Difference

Never Ever Give Up Hope ·

2025/06/21

In 1996, Dave Mowry had a total breakdown. He was driving down the freeway. under a lot of stress, and his mind was racing. And then, his mind snapped. He heard it like a snapping twig and felt it like a small electric shock in his brain. He was broken. He lost everything and was homeless for 18 months. He was living in hell for 14 months. Dave Mowry’s story is one that you will want to share with anyone who is struggling with or has a family member battling mental illness. His story is one of