What does it look like to move through discomfort without rushing to escape it?

In this honest and powerful episode, I sit down with Hope Rose - former ultra-endurance athlete, self-published author and master of navigating the middle - to talk about what it means to stay with hard things while they’re still happening.

We dig into:

🔥 The power of not bypassing discomfort
🧭 Daily practices that support staying present through struggle
🌱 How living intentionally—even in pain—creates lasting transformation
💡 Why discomfort isn’t the enemy, but a teacher

Hope doesn’t just talk about resilience - she lives it. This conversation is raw, grounded and full of wisdom for anyone in the thick of it.

Press play when you’re ready to make discomfort your b*tch!

MORE ABOUT HOPE ROSE:

Sometimes life calls us to a purpose we never expected. That’s exactly what birthed Hope Rose. A movement inspired by the Founder’s own extreme loss and grief. Believing that a life altering event this big serves a divine purpose, she is lending her voice to share with others that their story can be transformed into a beautiful masterpiece.

Rising from the ashes can be beautiful but often times lonely. The vision is to bring Hope Rose to every soul that is in desire of support, guidance, and a way to transform their ashes into alchemy.

Hope Rose’s background in several decades of entrepreneurship is the perfect foundation for this next endeavor. A previous sponsored ultra endurance athlete, a self-published author of a health+wellness book, and featured in many publications such as NBC Nightly News, Today Show, Hope Rose is excited to birth the next chapter of her life and serve+support as many souls as possible.

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MORE ABOUT ME:

I'm a mental health therapist, speaker, author and educator who helps organizations bridge the gap between knowing and doing the things that foster well-being, resilience and success. With expertise in school counseling, trauma-informed practices, and social-emotional intelligence (SEI), I help teams address the root causes of issues such as burnout, communication breakdowns, and resistance to change—rather than just treating surface-level symptoms. My engaging, evidence-based approach equips audiences with the skills to navigate discomfort, build trust and create healthier, more adaptive workplaces.

I'm also a "Resolutionist" with Empowered Workplace Dispute Resolution, where I leverage my trauma-informed expertise to guide difficult conversations with compassion and clarity. I create safe spaces for resolving conflicts, turning challenges into growth opportunities. Whether working with frontline workers, organizational teams or educational leaders, I help people feel seen, heard and valued—transforming disputes into deeper understanding.

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Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.

In this episode, I talk with Daniel A. Miller - best-selling author, poet, painter and former attorney - about what happens when our need for control becomes the very thing holding us back. Danny shares how a series of life-shaking events forced him to confront his tightly gripped approach to life, which was leading to self-neglect and outcomes far from what he truly wanted.

Through his book The Way of the Wave and our conversation, Danny invites us to consider a different way: one built on self-trust, acceptance and riding the natural currents of life rather than resisting them. If you’ve ever white-knuckled your way through change or tried to force clarity before it’s ready, this episode is your permission slip to soften, trust and let the wave carry you forward. 🌊

Tune in for powerful insight on how surrender isn't giving up—it’s the beginning of truly showing up.

MORE ABOUT DANNY:

Daniel A. Miller is a best-selling author, former attorney, painter, poet and nationally ranked senior tennis player who spent much of his life tightly gripping control—until a rapid-fire series of traumatic events brought him to his knees. His latest book, The Way of the Wave: Nature’s Model for Navigating Life’s Currents, distills the lessons from his nearly 40-year journey of learning to “go with the Wave”—a path that helped him let go, find peace, and move forward with greater clarity and trust. He is also the author of Losing Control, Finding Serenity and The Gifts of Acceptance.

Website: https://danielamiller.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielamillerauthor

Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/Way-Wave-Natures-Navigating-Currents-ebook/dp/B0D9HZY1GR

MORE ABOUT ME:

I'm a mental health therapist, speaker, author and educator who helps organizations bridge the gap between knowing and doing the things that foster well-being, resilience and success. With expertise in school counseling, trauma-informed practices, and social-emotional intelligence (SEI), I help teams address the root causes of issues such as burnout, communication breakdowns, and resistance to change—rather than just treating surface-level symptoms. My engaging, evidence-based approach equips audiences with the skills to navigate discomfort, build trust and create healthier, more adaptive workplaces.

I'm also a "Resolutionist" with Empowered Workplace Dispute Resolution, where I leverage my trauma-informed expertise to guide difficult conversations with compassion and clarity. I create safe spaces for resolving conflicts, turning challenges into growth opportunities. Whether working with frontline workers, organizational teams or educational leaders, I help people feel seen, heard and valued—transforming disputes into deeper understanding.

MORE WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ME:

* Subscribe to my newsletter for exclusive content, the latest news and more! I post a few times a month so I won't be inundating your inbox

* If you know (or are) a business owner, nonprofit leader, or team manager who’s ready to invest in their people and create real, lasting change, connect us! Let’s partner to build workplaces where well-being and success go hand in hand. My online membership space is an incredible and affordable value add that helps you get at the root of obstacles to success and overall wellness.

* Book me for a workshop or speaking event! Email me at cher@cheranderton.com

* Read or listen to my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships

* Find me @cheranderton on Instagram and TikTok

Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.