On this episode of About This Life, host Ann-Marie talks with author Karen DeBonis about her powerful memoir, Growth: A Mother, Her Son, and the Brain Tumor They Survived. Karen shares her journey of navigating medical gaslighting, advocating for her son, and finding her own voice. A story of courage, resilience, and transformation, this episode is for anyone seeking inspiration to stand up in the face of challenges.

🌟 Welcome to About This Life Podcast 🌟

We’re here to transform lives through meaningful conversations and shared journeys of hope and renewal. In this episode, Ann-Marie talks with Tondalia Shaw, a transformational life coach, author, and advocate for empowering women to reclaim their voices and live boldly. Tondalia shares her personal journey of overcoming trauma, finding her voice, and creating platforms like the Women’s Collective and the Voices Unleashed Conference to help others rise above challenges and embrace their true potential.

What a fantastic year it has been! From all of us at About This Life Podcast, thank you for making 2024 so special with your incredible love and support.

A special shoutout to our amazing guests, whose participation made the podcast even more inspiring.

Here are a few glimpses of 2025—a new year with exciting new episodes ahead! Wishing you and your family a very happy and prosperous New Year!

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Welcome to About This Life, the podcast where Ann-Marie dives into powerful stories of healing, transformation, and purpose.

In this special episode, Ann-Marie reflects on incredible topics covered this year, including beauty, dating, education, and grief as well as celebrating the Caribbean, cultural heritage, HBCU’s, forgiveness, and inner growth. Through impactful guests and conversations about healing, self-discovery, and living in flow, this podcast inspires listeners to dream again and embrace positive change. You don’t want to miss the blessing and prayer Ann-Marie has for you. It’s all about finding joy, hope, and alignment in life.

🎄 Wishing you a Merry Christmas filled with love, joy, and endless blessings. See you soon with more uplifting episodes!

In this heartfelt episode, host Ann-Marie and guest Keema Possibilities share personal stories of overcoming insecurities, breaking free from shame, and embracing self-worth. Together, they dive into practical steps for healing, self-discovery, and realizing that you are already enough. No matter your age or stage in life, this inspiring conversation will encourage you to step into your true self and embrace your journey.

Feeling overwhelmed this season? Join Ann-Marie from About This Life as she dives into the power of deep cleaning—beyond the physical—to declutter your mind, body, and soul. Discover how to let go of limiting beliefs, release past hurts, and make room for the abundant life you deserve.

In this heartfelt episode, Ann-Marie shares insights on:

🌟 Managing overstimulation in busy times

🌟 The importance of setting boundaries and self-care

🌟 Embracing change and creating space for new beginnings

Whether you're navigating the holidays, balancing work and family, or seeking deeper connections, this message is for you. #Overstimulation #SelfCare #DeepCleaning #HolidayStress #aboutthislifepodcast #AboutThisLifePodcast #Transformation #MindsetShift #PersonalGrowth #LifeChange #Inspiration #SelfImprovement #PersonalDevelopment #EmotionalHealing #becomingenough

Becoming Enough | My Journey to Authenticity and Self-Acceptance

Hi, everyone! I’m so honored to share that I had the privilege of being a guest on The Hidden Gifts of Loss podcast with the amazing Julie Trainer. In this heartfelt conversation, I opened up about my journey from the corporate world to becoming an educator, writer, and spoken word coach. We talked about how the challenges and losses I’ve faced—including the passing of my parents and redefining my expectations for my children—have shaped me into the person I am today. Together, we explored themes like authenticity, self-acceptance, and the importance of physical and emotional self-care as we navigate life and aging. It was such a gift to reflect on my parents’ legacy and share some of the lessons I’ve learned along the way. I even offered some practical advice on preparing for the future—financially, emotionally, and spiritually. This conversation reminded me, and I hope it reminds you too, that we are already enough. There’s beauty in embracing exactly who we are, just as we are.

🌟 I hope you’ll join me on this journey and feel inspired to embrace your own authenticity.

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In this heartfelt episode of About This Life with Ann-Marie, we dive into an inspiring conversation about growth, change, and the courage it takes to pursue independence. Ann-Marie hosts Shalini, a director at Microsoft, mom of two, and a health coach, as she shares her incredible journey from growing up in a conservative Indian family to creating a fulfilling life in the United States. Shalini reflects on her bold decision to leave home at 19 to study abroad, her family’s reactions, and the invaluable support from her mother that made it possible. She also draws parallels between her own journey and sending her eldest daughter off to college, exploring how parenting comes full circle with each generation. This episode is all about mindset shifts, embracing opportunities, and navigating the balance between honoring traditions and stepping into a new path.

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