Diagnosed at 24: How MS Became Her Turning Point
Personal Growth, Mindfulness, Motivation and Inspiration: Bump In The Road
Release Date: 02/24/2026
Finding Joy Through Gratitude
Personal Growth, Mindfulness, Motivation and Inspiration: Bump In The Road
The experience of life, according to Brach Goetz is to experience the greatest pleasure possible. and the path to pleasure involves gratitude. Substack subscribers can dive into exclusive, extended conversations from this podcast! To join the adventure, head to BumpInTheRoad.Substack.com. Follow Bump on YouTube @BumpInTheRoadPodcast! Bracha explores how gratitude can transform ordinary moments into lasting joy. The appreciation of a meal; of a walk; of a sunrise. Life's deepest rewards do not come from the material possessions, status, or external validation that so saturates our...
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A Brain Tumor, A Bike Ride, And Some Serious Inspiration
Personal Growth, Mindfulness, Motivation and Inspiration: Bump In The Road
Substack subscribers can dive into exclusive, extended conversations from this podcast! To join the adventure, head to BumpInTheRoad.Substack.com. Follow Bump on YouTube @BumpInTheRoadPodcast! How might a diagnosis of a rare disease and brain tumor change your life? Risa August was an Ironman athlete when unexplained symptoms began appearing. Her body felt off. She was tired. The medical establishment initially offered no answers. After years of being dismissed by doctors, she was finally diagnosed with acromegaly, a rare hormonal disorder caused by an enlarged pituitary gland. It was a...
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Trusting Your Gut Instincts
Personal Growth, Mindfulness, Motivation and Inspiration: Bump In The Road
Substack subscribers can dive into exclusive, extended conversations from this podcast! To join the adventure, head to BumpInTheRoad.Substack.com. Follow Bump on YouTube @BumpInTheRoadPodcast Peter Stavros climbed from AP reporter to corporate litigator, yet never felt at home in the life he had built. t wasn't until a life-threatening health challenge forced him to stop and look at what he really wanted. And what he really wanted to do was to write. Peter shares how journaling aided his recovery, why he ultimately left law, and how small victories gave him the courage to bet on himself....
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From Adversity to Gratitude
Personal Growth, Mindfulness, Motivation and Inspiration: Bump In The Road
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The Journey Back to Yourself
Personal Growth, Mindfulness, Motivation and Inspiration: Bump In The Road
Substack subscribers can dive into exclusive, extended conversations from this podcast! To join the adventure, head to BumpInTheRoad.Substack.com. Follow Bump on YouTube @BumpInTheRoadPodcast! Bella Young's life was shattered by unimaginable loss—the death of her husband, the murder of her son, and years trapped in a manipulative religious cult. Yet through grief, she discovered an unexpected path to healing. In this powerful conversation, Bella shares how self-love, compassion, and a deep connection with nature helped her reclaim her life. It's an inspiring story of resilience,...
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Losing Yourself, Finding Your Life
Personal Growth, Mindfulness, Motivation and Inspiration: Bump In The Road
Substack subscribers can dive into exclusive, extended conversations from this podcast! To join the adventure, head to BumpInTheRoad.Substack.com. Follow Bump on YouTube @BumpInTheRoadPodcast! Who are you when the professional identity that defined you is gone? When an airline pilot is unexpectedly grounded, he discovers that losing a career can mean losing a sense of self. What follows is a journey of rebuilding identity—not around a job title, but around curiosity, purpose, and the willingness to evolve. As the conversation explores the future of aviation, AI, hydrogen energy, and...
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From Therapy to Spiritual Psychology: Finding Your Soul's Purpose
Personal Growth, Mindfulness, Motivation and Inspiration: Bump In The Road
Substack subscribers can dive into exclusive, extended conversations from this podcast! To join the adventure, head to BumpInTheRoad.Substack.com. Follow Bump on YouTube @BumpInTheRoadPodcast! Growing up in an alcoholic home led Karen Herrick on a lifelong search for healing and meaning. That journey took her from therapist to spiritual psychologist, where she discovered that our greatest struggles often point us toward our deepest purpose. In this episode, she shares the experiences that transformed her life—and how each of us can uncover a more authentic, meaningful path. ...
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The Secret to Great Relationships Isn't Finding the Right Person
Personal Growth, Mindfulness, Motivation and Inspiration: Bump In The Road
Substack subscribers can dive into exclusive, extended conversations from this podcast! To join the adventure, head to BumpInTheRoad.Substack.com. Follow Bump on YouTube @BumpInTheRoadPodcast! What if the secret to a lasting relationship isn't finding the right person—but becoming the right person? Carol and Terry Moss share their deeply personal journeys of healing, faith, and emotional growth, revealing how childhood experiences shaped their lives and ultimately prepared them for a healthy relationship. Together, they explore why relationships don't create our problems—they reveal...
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Rebuilding Life After the Unthinkable
Personal Growth, Mindfulness, Motivation and Inspiration: Bump In The Road
Substack subscribers can dive into exclusive, extended conversations from this podcast! To join the adventure, head to BumpInTheRoad.Substack.com. Follow Bump on YouTube @BumpInTheRoadPodcast! What if you lost both hands? Scott Martin's journey began in 1993 when he was a successful head women's soccer coach at the University of Wisconsin at Eau Claire. He fell ill, and fell into a coma for a month, only to awaken to the reality that he would need to adapt to a new way of living without his hands. The journey to recovery was not a straightforward path. He candidly discusses the...
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Finding Clarity in Chaos
Personal Growth, Mindfulness, Motivation and Inspiration: Bump In The Road
Substack subscribers can dive into exclusive, extended conversations from this podcast! To join the adventure, head to BumpInTheRoad.Substack.com. Follow Bump on YouTube @BumpInTheRoadPodcast! Have you ever had an incident that forced you to consider your own death? How might that change you? For Dominic Forth, a near-fatal accident rafting on the Zambezi River nearly a decade ago forced him to confront fear, focus, and decision-making under extreme pressure. And it lead to the formation of a philosophy that he now applies to his business consulting where he focuses on leadership,...
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Cindy Wageman was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis at just 24 years old, facing a potentially daunting reality that many would find difficult to bear. However, instead of succumbing to despair, she embarked on a personal journey that would ultimately lead her to reclaim her health and happiness.
Cindy's path was not an easy one. Faced with the limitations imposed by her diagnosis, she found herself at a crossroads. The medical advice she received left her feeling hopeless, and she realized that she needed to take matters into her own hands. "I decided that I needed to do my own research because the doctors just couldn't help me," she recalls. This pivotal moment marked the beginning of her transformative journey.
Through extensive research and a commitment to understanding her condition, Cindy discovered the "eight laws of health" that would guide her towards recovery. These principles—nutrition, exercise, water, sunshine, balance, rest, and trust in divine power—became the foundation of her new lifestyle. She embraced a plant-based diet, incorporated daily exercise, and prioritized her mental well-being.
Cindy's journey was also about emotional healing. She learned the importance of forgiveness, not just for others but for herself. "Forgiveness gives you freedom in life when you forgive the other person," she explains. This realization allowed her to let go of past grievances and focus on the present moment.
Cindy shares her insights and experiences, encouraging listeners to explore their own paths to health and happiness. Whether you're struggling with a health issue or simply seeking motivation, her story is a powerful reminder that we all have the capacity to overcome life's challenges and emerge stronger on the other side.
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