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Get inspired through stories of people brave enough to start writing their next chapter. It all started with a sticker, a workbook and a thought to make a change. Come along as we interview motivated people looking to end one chapter and start another. Submit your story to us at YourStory@writeyourn…

Vic & Chelsea


    • May 6, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 36m AVG DURATION
    • 23 EPISODES


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    23. A Lesson while Doing Dishes (kintsugi)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2021 9:20


    Join me as I wake up late, do dishes and have an “aha” moment. Have you ever felt broken or shattered? It is time to use the Japanese tradition of kintsugi to piece your life back together and level yourself up. If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear from you, be sure to leave me a voice message, telling me about your biggest takeaway - at anchor.fm/wync/message. Or consider snapping a screenshot of you listening to the episode on your device and post it to your Instagram stories, tagging me at @writeyournextchapter - I can't wait to hear from you. And as always, join our community of inspired people from around the world at Facebook.com/groups/writeyournextchapterVERIFIED --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wync/support

    22. Resisting Change + Personal Journey Clips

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2021 16:18


    Episode 22 is lined up as a quick listen, including some interesting reasons that we as humans resist change and I wrap the episode up with listener audio clips - as they share their definition of “personal growth and personal transformation”. If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear from you, be sure to leave me a voice message, telling me about your biggest takeaway - at anchor.fm/wync/message. Or consider snapping a screenshot of you listening to the episode on your device and post it to your Instagram stories, tagging me at @writeyournextchapter - I can't wait to hear from you. And as always, join our community of inspired people from around the world at Facebook.com/groups/writeyournextchapterVERIFIED --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wync/support

    21. Listen to your inner voice with Jon Pierce

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2021 51:48


    On today’s episode, i get to reconnect with a buddy of mine named Jon. I asked him to share his recent journey with this community, because i truly felt he could offer so much insight to the positive outcomes that come from change, when you listen to your inner voice.....If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear from you, be sure to leave me a voice message, telling me about your biggest takeaway - at anchor.fm/wync/message. Or consider snapping a screenshot of you listening to the episode on your device and post it to your Instagram stories, tagging me at @writeyournextchapter - I can't wait to hear from you. And as always, join our community of inspired people from around the world at Facebook.com/groups/writeyournextchapterVERIFIED --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wync/support

    20. Right now, more than ever, you need to find your tribe (or social network)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2021 20:31


    In this episode, I’m going to conitue our conversation around the April 2021 theme of (Change / Growth / Transformation). To continue to grow and transform, you need to find your social network...what some call your tribe. I also share with you, the virtual tribe I have in my life and one you can be part of too. Use this link to sign up and support the podcast at the same time. Referral link to GrowthDay Virtual Program, please note that this podcast is not sponsored by GrowthDay and this is a personal referral link https://www.growthday.com/?via=vic25 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wync/support

    19. How I ended up in the ER - listening to the universe speak to me.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2021 14:40


    In today’s episode, I share where I’ve been for the last 4 weeks. Even more interesting, I share a lesson that was quick to become the theme for this month - April 2021 (Change / Growth / Transformation). All this and so much more as the Write Your Next Chapter podcast enters Season 3. If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear from you, be sure to leave me a voice message, telling me about your biggest takeaway - at anchor.fm/wync/message. Or consider snapping a screenshot of you listening to the episode on your device and post it to your Instagram stories, tagging me at @writeyournextchapter - I can't wait to hear from you. And as always, join our community of inspired people from around the world at Facebook.com/groups/writeyournextchapterVERIFIED --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wync/support

    18. Morten Bonde “Sentenced to Blindness, Now What?”

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2021 46:21


    Today’s guest is Morten Bonde who has an awesome career as a Senior Art Director with the LEGO™ Group. In 2002, he began to lose his eyesight and in 2016, his world started to change drastically due to this medical condition. He wrote and published a book titled “Sentenced to Blindness, Now What?” and on today’s episode, he shares his journey with us of overcoming limitations and turning them into possibilities. If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, we’d love to hear from you, be sure to leave us a voice message, telling us about your biggest takeaway - at anchor.fm/wync/message. Or consider snapping a screenshot of you listening to the episode on your device and post it to your Instagram stories, tagging us @writeyournextchapter - We can't wait to hear from you. Also, head over to writeyournextchapter.org and grab your inspirational gear while supplies last. And as always, join our community of inspired people from around the world at Facebook.com/groups/writeyournextchapterVERIFIED --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wync/support

    17. Kary Whitaker “Raising a child on the spectrum and embracing tomorrow’s possibilities”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2021 44:12


    Whoa! Let me start by saying, this episode is a powerful one. I had met Kary a few years back in a local crossfit gym. She was one of my badass coaches and in between sets, we chatted about life. Today, she shares some of those stories openly and transparently. Our hopes are that you walk away with the strength she shares and the possibilities of tomorrow as she looks to reinvent herself and start a new nest egg in her “golden” years. As always, if you find value in this episode, please share it and help us build our community of inspired people around the world. We’d also love to hear from you, so drop us a message at anchor.fm/wync/message or consider snapping a screenshot of you listening to the episode on your device and post it to your Instagram stories, tagging us @writeyournextchapter - we can’t wait to hear from you. And, if you haven’t already, join our Facebook community at Facebook.com/groups/writeyournextchapterverified --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wync/support

    16. Gaelle Chapon “Stop living someone else’s next chapter and start writing your own”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2021 63:55


    In this hour-long episode, you’ll have the chance to meet Gaelle and her beautiful French accent. We loved listening to her journey and experience of always living through others’ next chapters and now, she is able to start writing her own next chapter and is truly living an inspired life. This is an episode you’ll definitely want to dive into and explore the many facets of personal development and the importance of mental health care. If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, we’d love to hear from you, be sure to leave us a voice message, telling us about your biggest takeaway - at anchor.fm/wync/message. Or consider snapping a screenshot of you listening to the episode on your device and post it to your Instagram stories, tagging us @writeyournextchapter - We can't wait to hear from you. Also, head over to writeyournextchapter.org and grab your inspirational gear while supplies last. And as always, join our community of inspired people from around the world at Facebook.com/groups/writeyournextchapterVERIFIED --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wync/support

    15. BONUS CHRISTMAS DAY EPISODE “Get You Sh!t Together for 2021”

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2020 20:56


    In today’s BONUS Christmas Day episode, Chelsea hijacks the episode to get personal and vulnerable through sharing her personal purpose and how you can use purpose work to make your New Year the best one yet. If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, we’d love to hear from you, be sure to leave us a voice message, telling us about your biggest takeaway - at anchor.fm/wync/message. Or consider snapping a screenshot of you listening to the episode on your device and post it to your Instagram stories, tagging us @writeyournextchapter - We can't wait to hear from you. Also, head over to writeyournextchapter.org and grab your inspirational gear while supplies last. And as always, join our community of inspired people from around the world at Facebook.com/groups/writeyournextchapterVERIFIED --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wync/support

    14. TJ Antone “Getting Centered with Yourself After a Life-Altering Event”

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2020 44:03


    Episode 14 takes us on camera again. You can watch this episode on our YouTube Channel or on IGTV. We had the opportunity to connect with the amazing TJ - as he shares his story of experiencing a near-death moment when he was younger and how it has shaped his perspectives, got him centered with his passions and how he can help others realize their potential . If you find value in this episode, please help our community grow by sharing it and/or leaving us a voice message at anchor.fm/wync/message letting us know how it has impacted you. We can't wait to hear from you. Also, head over to writeyournextchapter.org and grab your inspirational gear while supplies last. Tag us in your photos on social media, we can't wait to join you on your journey. Learn more about TJ and his current math and college prep group on Facebook by visiting him at https://www.Facebook.com/groups/aceyourtest --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wync/support

    13. Let’s Get to Know Each Other a Little More.....

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2020 12:34


    I’m doing something a little different today. In this episode, I’m going to give you the three (3) basic steps that I have used to build the Write Your Next Chapter™ project - and in between, I’ll be layering in a little of my story. This is a short episode, all under 15 minutes, but one that I truly hope adds value to your life. If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, we’d love to hear from you, be sure to leave us a voice message, telling us about your biggest takeaway - at anchor.fm/wync/message. Or consider snapping a screenshot of you listening to the episode on your device and post it to your Instagram stories, tagging us @writeyournextchapter - We can't wait to hear from you. Also, head over to writeyournextchapter.org and grab your inspirational gear while supplies last. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wync/support

    12. Crystal Harrell: “Attitude is Latitude”

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2020 57:35


    Episode 12 takes you on a journey from public housing to Ivy League. Embracing her personal story, Crystal Harrell shares her ambitions to finish her doctorate while beginning her next chapter and dreams of starting her very own scholarship to give back to her community. Be sure to leave us a voice message at anchor.fm/wync/message letting us know if you found value in this episode. We can't wait to hear from you. Also, head over to writeyournextchapter.org and grab your inspirational gear while supplies last. Tag us in your photos on social media, we can't wait to join you on your journey. Learn more about Crystal at https://crystalclearinnovation.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wync/support

    11. Road Trip. Reset. Stick Your Head in a Freezer.

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2020 36:52


    In episode 11, we’re chatting about a recent road trip and learning a life lesson from it. Join us for laughs and just good vibes only. Be sure to leave us a voice message at anchor.fm/wync/message letting us know if you found value in this episode. We can't wait to hear from you. Also, head over to writeyournextchapter.org and grab your inspirational gear while supplies last. Tag us in your photos on social media, we can't wait to join you on your journey. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wync/support

    010 - Cleaning out and organizing your life, letting go and being present (yep, we talk about it all)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2020 23:07


    We're back. It's season 2 of the podcast. Join us on this episode as we chat about life advice in the form of cleaning out your (garage) life, letting things go and being more present. Be sure to leave us a voice message at anchor.fm/wync/message letting us know if you found value in this episode. We can't wait to hear from you. Also, head over to writeyournextchapter.org and grab your inspirational gear while supplies last. Tag us in your photos on social media, we can't wait to join you on your journey. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wync/support

    009 - "Karen Capaldi, summiting Mount Kilimanjaro, innovating the human spirit and dream making"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2020 55:32


    Join us on this episode as we connect with Karen Capaldi of The Dream Maker Project (https://www.thedreammakerproject.com/) Her enthusiasm for personal development, traveling and philanthropy is infectious! She is a Starbucks Store Manager who took her "coffee break" with the company, to explore her passions which included summiting a volcano (19,000+ foot elevation).  Be sure to leave us a voice message at anchor.fm/wync/message (telling us about your aspirations of traveling and doing good for others). We can't wait to hear from you. Also, you can pick up your free Write Your Next Chapter sticker while supplies last, to support the community-driven, social movement, by heading over to writeyournextchapter.org --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wync/support

    008 - "Max and Fran help New Orleans recycle their glass into much needed sand for coastal restoration"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2020 38:47


    What does glass "beer" bottles and tons of tiny hammers have in common? Yep, we were stumped too. Come along as we chat with Max & Fran as they help us explore their new glass recycling program in New Orleans, Louisiana. They are taking recycled glass and converting it into sand to be used for coastal restoration and disaster relief. If you would like to support them and their cause, be sure to check them out at glasshalffullnola.org. Be sure to leave us a voice message at anchor.fm/wync/message (telling us about your aspirations to start your own business). We can't wait to hear from you. Also, you can pick up your free Write Your Next Chapter sticker while supplies last, to support the social movement, by heading over to writeyournextchapter.org --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wync/support

    007 - "Abandoning a 17-year career to start her own business" with Clara Nicole Sustaita

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2020 44:38


    Clara Nicole shares her story of working with a large corporate company for 17 years, all while starting a side business "her side-hustle" as she calls it. And then....having to trust in her faith to leave her corporate job (where she was unhappy and unfulfilled) to follow her passion and dreams of opening her own business. Come along as we chat with Clara and get inspired by her story or faith and courage. Be sure to leave us a voice message at anchor.fm/wync/message (telling us about your aspirations to start your own business). We can't wait to hear from you. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wync/support

    006 - Nick "Building a business, buying a Tesla and investing - all by the age of 18. It's time to get inspired!"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2020 46:23


    On April 26th, 2019, the Orange County Register - a local newspaper in Southern California, wrote about this young entrepreneur named Nick Werfelmann. At the age of 14, he built his first business selling "slime" just before the fad become so popular. He went viral online and could be seen all over social media platforms. And from those early earnings, he was able to purchase a luxury vehicle - CASH! Yep, he hit the "buy" button online to purchase his car, before he even had his drivers license. Come along as we chat with Nick and get inspired by his story and drive to create moments in his customer's lives. Be sure to leave us a voice message at anchor.fm/wync/message (telling us about your aspirations to start your own business). We can't wait to hear from you. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wync/support

    005 - Rocio Santos-Pacheco "A simple tale of whale watching helps us all understand what is truly important in our lives"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2020 55:51


    As the world is in the midst of a pandemic, we take a moment to reflect. Although it has been over six months since our last episode, we bring you a great story of Rocio and her journey as she decides to take a different path in her life right now. And what better way to reflect and relate to the message, than through storytime. Rocio share her moments as she headed out to sea to go whale watching - quickly turning into a moment of life reflection. Be sure to leave us a voice message at anchor.fm/wync/message (telling us about your quarantine experiences). We can't wait to hear from you all. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/WYNC/support

    004 - Angela, Omid & Jackson "Facing the fear of zip-lining for the first time"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2019 36:51


    On this episode, we get a chance to hang out and laugh as we reminisce on our recent zip-lining trip with Angela, Omid and (Jackson) - up in Wrightwood, California. Have you ever wanted to go zip-lining? Is soaring above the tree tops on your experience list? Is facing your fears of heights something you want to conquer sooner than later? Over the next 30 minutes we will talk about all of these topics and look back on such a memorable trip. This is going to be such a fun conversation you won't want to miss. Be sure to leave us a voice message at anchor.fm/wync/message (telling us about your zip-lining experiences). We can't wait to hear from you all. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/WYNC/support

    003 - Chloe "Becoming a published author at 8 years old"

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2019 29:05


    What were you doing at the age of 8? What were your ambitions, dreams, hopes and aspirations? For 8 year-old Chloe, becoming a published author was one of those dreams and now a reality. Join us and we chat with Chloe and her mom, Desiree and learn about how this book (the first in a possible series of books) came into existence. We also chat about her career goals as well as becoming a local celebrity - hosting a book signing event at her local Starbucks store and so much more. This is an episode you won't want to miss. It is guaranteed to keep you smiling and wishing that you could go back to those early years and dream bigger. (pssstttt....its never too late....go after those dreams!) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/WYNC/support

    002- Michael "A truly inspiring story of the worst day of his life, to the best days of his life (with the best, yet to come)"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2019 34:47


    Join us as we meet Michael Kuech, co-founder of the immensely popular "Your Super" brand of superfood supplements. I won't spoil the details about his inspiring story and what his next chapter entails, but what I can share is that this guy is down-to-earth, genuine and motivating, all wrapped into one conversation. Hear about his journey through a medical diagnosis, to building a brand and then living life to it's fullest. If you would like more information about Michael and/or Your Super supplements, log on to their website at www.yoursuper.com  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/WYNC/support

    001 - Sergio “Facing Adversity, Choices & Acceptance - A Coming Out Story”

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2019 37:44


    “Write Your Next Chapter” hosts have the opportunity to meet Sergio as he takes us on his journey of growing up in the church, facing decisions and choices that would shape the next few years of his life. Only, to search for acceptance and approval while being true to himself. This beautiful coming out story will inspire and motivate anyone to never allow “so-called” barriers and walls to stand in the way of building the perfect next chapter. Resource: LGBT National Youth TalkLine 1-800-246-PRIDE or email help@lgbthotline.org (all services are free and confidential) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/WYNC/support

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