Chronicle of Endings

This is conversation with Nancy Dent, who after an exhausting 18 months going from paediatrician to paediatrician with no answers or help for her small daughter who was born severely compromised, fate struck, and she discovered the world and the healing of holistic medicine.  You can reach Nancy on Facebook here www.facebook.com/SimplyRiseUp And you can reach me, Michelle, on Insta @__m.edwards__

In this episode, author Emma Stowell chats with me about her traumatic childhood, abusive relationship, PSTD, and recovery, and how she poured it all into her writing. You can catch Emma on facebook https://www.facebook.com/1289206471221662/posts/2125232920952342/ And buy her book on Amazon https://www.amazon.com.au/Beautifully-Broken-Good-Girl-Bad-ebook/dp/B08MDQB8GV/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=emma+stowell&qid=1633767504&sr=8-1 And you can connect with me on Instagram @__m.edwards__

This is a conversation about so much... about fatherhood and the human experience, with Erik, a man who moved to another country with one of his sons to seek a better education, and a better life for his autistic child. You can reach out to Erik or purchase one of his books via his website erikraschke.com And you can catch me on Insta, here www.instagram.com/__m.edwards__/

In this episode, Rodolfo Menjivar speaks about ending his 10 year career as a drug dealer, one he started at 16 years of age. Rodolfo tells us what that life was like and how he ended up where he did, as well as his journey moving into a better life. You can find and connect with Rodolfo here https://www.instagram.com/integrity_seminars/ https://rodolfomenjivar.com/brothersfom/ And you can connect with me, Michelle, on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/__m.edwards__/

In this episode, Diana Lockett talks with me about her recent year of loss, both from the first hand perspective, and with the insight and wisdom of her role as a spiritual /embodied life coach and an author and speaker. You can connect with Diana on facebook here www.facebook.com/dm.lockett and on her website here dianalockett.com And you can connect with me on Insta @m.edwards.writer

At 18 Ryan Shekell was diagnosed with Cystic Fibroses, and was told he would not live past 30. This is SUCH an inspiring conversation about everything mindset, life, living, making big goals, and taking action. You can find Ryan's podcast Every Breath Counts, here. https://linktr.ee/ryanshekell And as always, you can find me on Insta at @m.edwards.writer

In this episode, Justin Baxter shares the story about transforming his life at 48. We chat about what life was like for Justin before, about implementing change, giving up the excuses, and about choosing whether you want to face the difficulties of changing unhealthy habits, or the difficulties of not changing them. Let me know if you liked this episode, or what you want to hear more of. Catch me on Insta @m.edwards.writer

Tom Gentry speaks with me about giving up drinking, and on the other side, finding so much more to life, like happiness, purpose and fulfilment. This episode is a must listen for anyone who is affected by alcohol or drugs, and those raising children to navigate their emotions, rather than leaning on coping mechanisms. You can catch Tom here Website www.thepathtoauthenticity.com Podcast: The Path to Authenticity https://open.spotify.com/show/765fuDUMvMJL0JcJufhU2E?si=KkkKKViDQ3-omAYadWKGKA&dl_branch=1 And as always, you can catch me on Insta @m.edwards.writer. Reach out and let me know what you want to hear more of here on Chronicle of Endings.

In this episode, Mei Lan shares the story of loosing her vision due to an allergic reaction she had to asprin. She shares with us her experience of processing and moving through grief, to finally choose life, and embrace and all the possibilities. You can find Mei Lan at her coaching business Insight Out www.insightout.world And on Instaram @insightout.world And as always, you can find me on Instagram @m.edwards.writer

Jobe Neal speaks about his poker addiction, and how he transmuted the skills he had acquired from the game, into a new career in business. You can catch Jobe facebook https://www.facebook.com/jobe.neal And as always, you can catch me on insta @m.edwards.writer

Sharna Southan speaks with me in this episode about her pregnancy loss, and I also touch on my own recent loss. But she also speaks about how our difficult experiences crack us open, and how we can choose to use them to really focus in on who we are, to find our purpose, begin to live that purpose, and transform our lives for the better. You can reach Sharna on instagram @sharnasouthan And as always, you can reach me on instagram @m.edwards.writer

Just wow - this is an incredible story of overcoming tremendously difficult and enduring circumstances, to finally find hope realised, and life given new purpose and inspiration. Jeffrey Deskovic was wrongfully convicted of rape and murder at age 16, and spent 16 years in prison before getting exonerated due to new DNA evidence. Imagine leaving life with your family as a teenager, going to maximum security prison for 16 years - life, then getting out at 32, without being given any resources or having any experience of how to live in the world as an adult. This is a must-listen story of hope, triumph, and finding a way to use the hardship you have made it through, to turn back around, and hold your hand out to those who are still where you once were. You can contribute AUD$1.50 per month to help Jeffrey free more wrongfully imprisoned people, at his patreon here https://www.patreon.com/Deskovic See amazing stories of other wrongfully imprisoned people, Jeffrey's organisation has achieved exoneration for, on his website here https://www.deskovicfoundation.org And chat to him directly on facebook here https://www.facebook.com/jeffrey.deskovic He is such a sweet guy! And as always, you can catch me on Insta @m.edwards.writer https://www.instagram.com/m.edwards.writer/ I love to hear from you.

Jason Stein chats with me in this episode about transitioning his and his wife's careers online, escaping city life, and moving his family of 4 to a tiny house in rural Oregon. Jason was such a joy, and this episode is a must listen for anyone wanting to escape the rat race, and build a life you love. www.jasonstein.com @imjasonstein wellnessrenegades.podbean.com www.wellnessrenegades.com (Coming end of May) And you can catch me as always on insta @m.edwards.writer

This is Kayleen's story of growing up as a Mormon, and then at 31, her journey of leaving. You can listen to Kayleen's podcast The Scars We Share here - https://www.scarsweshare.com/podcast And come find me, Michelle, on insta @m.edwards.writer

Julie has such an incredible story - she started her adult life homeless and dealing drugs, she worked her way up to a jet setting career, lost her job, lost everything else in a hurricane, and more. There is so much wisdom in this episode. It's a must listen, and I'm flagging it as a personal fave. You can find Julie's Podcast here https://open.spotify.com/show/63CJmAemwbcWrNBi837qKH?si=Oh-xiQMfQGePEHLyZTqfXA And you can reach out to her here https://www.facebook.com/julie.paulston And I'd love to hear if you enjoyed this conversation - dm me on insta @m.edwards.writer

Renata was a runner who found herself not only unable to run, but barely able to move around her home. Having to stop the active life that she led till then, unsuspectingly became the path to uncover her own creativity in motion.  Find Renata's writing here Curious Cat Tomes and Tales Ragtag Daily Prompt And you can catch me, Michelle, on insta @m.edwards.writer

Sherah was addicted immediately. She started drinking in high school, and was in rehab by college. This is the story of her young years of alcohol abuse, her rehab, and what it's like to live sober knowing your addiction is still always there. You can get more info on Sherah's services at sherah.supportteam@gmail.com And catch me on Insta at @m.edwards.writer

This is a woman whose years as an Acute Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse eventually took their toll, leading her to have to step away from her workplace to deal with her own PTSD, anxiety and depression.  Catch me in instagram @m.edwards.writer

Faith Warui from Kenya is such a wonderful and wise speaker, and the aspects of life she addresses are universal. She shares her journey of growth and evolution through divorce, depression and demotion. This episode is jam-packed full of her insights, her wisdom and her kindness. And even if you have never been divorced, this will teach you about marriage, and self, and parenthood, the gifts in every struggle, and the beginning in every ending. You can find Faith here www.coachevolvedfaith.com And you can always reach out to me on instagram at @m.edwards.writer

This is not just a conversation about dying, but a conversation about being alive. Judith Zeilenga chats with us in this episode about her late husband's diagnosis of cancer, their journey together toward his passing, and her life after. You can buy Judith's children's book ‘Periwinkle's Chair' here https://www.amazon.com.au/Periwinkles-Chair-Judith-Zeilenga/dp/1644689987 And as always, you can reach me on Insta at @m.edwards.writer

This is why and how, husband + wife Ash and Danni quit alcohol, and the beautiful life and creativity that happened after. Catch them on Instagram @howiquitalcohol Or visit the website www.iquitalcohol.com.au And here is the podcast called How I Quit Alcohol And as always, you can dm me on insta, or just follow along @m.edwards.writer

I spoke with Tom, Jean-Luc and Will, three of the founders of Move for Men - a space for men to meet and talk, and through their events, fundraise to support men's mental health charities. The mates started Move for Men after one of their friends committed suicide, to help out other men in the community who are suffering in silence with mental health. We discuss; What it was like after the shock suicide of their mate Some warning signs that people can look out for The stigma around men speaking about their problems What they are doing in the community, and online, to bring people together, and create a zero judgement place for men to speak openly What each of them would say to anyone out there who has been having suicidal thoughts You can join these guys, their dads, and others, every Wednesday morning at 5:55am at the Eastbourne Avenue, Clovelly Bus stop, for the walk, and then a dip afterward. And follow their insta for other events, or to chat to the group online. As for me, let me know what you thought of this episode, or just dm me and say hi at @m.edwards.writer

Shane Hryhorec slipped into a pool, broke his neck, and drowned, leaving him to spend his life going forward in a wheelchair. In this episode we chat about: - What it's like to drown and what thoughts went through Shane's mind as he was drowning - What it was like for Shane to come out of a coma and realise his body no longer worked the way it used to - Getting used to life in a wheelchair - How our neighbourhoods can be more inclusive for people with a disability - How Shane's new life gave him the vision and purpose to serve his community, by launching a business offering mobility aids - Seeing the bright side of life Find Push Mobility here https://www.pushmobility.com.au And I'm lways happy to hear from people on insta, dm me or follow along @m.edwards.writer

The Bosnian War began in 1992, and was characterised by bitter fighting, ethnic cleansing, systematic mass rape, and the Bosnian genocide, all resulting in 100,000 deaths. But here is one story, from one family, and one refugee's escape from the war zone. I hope this interview will not only bring people's awareness to those affected by the Bosnian War, but to bring compassion and humanness to war and refugee statistics everywhere. You can support Mira by supporting her label Ame Nue Intimates on instagram here and the website https://amenueintimates.com You can come and say hi to me on instagram @m.edwards.writer or drop me an email at m@medwards.media.

This is Daniel Aguilar, creator and host of @thedeathofmy podcast. Firstly, although I just met Daniel, it's clear how incredibly sweet, genuine and generous he is. His father died suddenly in a freak accident, which sent Daniel along the path of dedicating his time to creating a space to help others with their own grief, and to start normalising the conversation. The Death of My Podcast, speaks with people about a loved one they have lost, and how they have moved through grief. Help support Daniel's beautiful and important work, and continue the conversation with his merch, at https://teespring.com/stores/thedeathofmy The Death of My Podcast sweaters are very cool!! Catch me on insta @m.edwards.writer

This is a conversation that has stayed with me since recording it. There are SO MANY golden truth bombs. Jag left his high flying investment career, lost everything, and built his life up again from nothing in a totally different way. He retrained as a therapist, working mostly within the scope of womens emotional and sexual trauma, giving true meaning and value back to his work, and his life. This is a genuinely valuable listen for both women AND men. These are some of the topics we cover Money does not buy happiness Coming back to what you truly enjoy The true meaning of endings Shedding toxic people Having no money after having lots Trusting the universe Negative self talk Men navigating the emotional freedoms their fathers have have not had What Jag would say to people feeling suicidal Forgiveness?? Parenting through your own emotional trauma Fear of change How holding on to emotion effects the body physically Jag's best life lessons https://jaguar-heart.com https://instagram.com/purejaguar?igshid=1dxkgh6xvrhxr Want to stalk me on insta? @m.edwards.writer https://www.instagram.com/m.edwards.writer/

PTSD is estimated to affect 57–75% of Australians at some point in their lives, and it's a condition that a lot of people aren't talking about, recognising, or understanding how to navigate. I believe so strongly that this is such a vital conversation to share. I understand how incredibly difficult and vulnerable it can be for people, especially men, to speak about their own PTSD experience, so I am forever grateful to Ash for sharing his story publicly. If anyone wants to learn more about Dovetails for Diggers, you can reach him here… https://www.facebook.com/dovetailsfordiggers/ A few of the things this episode covers; Army life. PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) signs and symptoms. What to expect when getting diagnosed. Navigating panic attacks. Ash's tools for recovery. The meditation of simple tasks. Come hang out with me on insta @m.edwards.writer

Launching October 25th Each fortnight I will speak to a new guest about an ending they have faced in their lives, and everything that began after. If you or someone you know would make an interesting guest for this show, please drop me an email with a little bit about why, at m@medwards.media. Find me on instagram @m.edwards.writer