S1E23: Andrea Gibson's Attitude: 'How the Worst Day of My Life Became the Best'

05/09/2025 19 min Temporada 1 Episodio 23

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S1E23 – Andrea Gibson's Attitude: How the Worst Day of My Life Became the BestToday on Read, Reflect, Rise, we explore Andrea Gibson’s powerful poem how the worst day of my life became the best, a gut-level story about heartbreak, rupture, and resilience. Andrea Gibson, an award-winning spoken-word poet and activist, blends radical honesty and tenderness to show how the darkest moments can open unexpected doorways to healing and renewal.In this episode, I read a short excerpt from a seriously powerful poem, reflect on its lessons, and lead a practice to turn challenge into blessing — all designed to help you notice the doorway when life feels like it’s breaking you. We’ll also explore:·      How challenge can become an entry point for growth·      The healing power of language and naming your experience·      Small acts of care that create direction from pain·      A weekly affirmation to help you rise, even after the hardest dayIf this episode lands with you, subscribe so you never miss a reflection, and leave a review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts to help others find the show. You can also sign up for my newsletter for episode extras:reading recommendations, journal prompts, grounding practice, and the weekly affirmation to integrate into your week. Visit www.readreflectrise.comRemember, there is magic, medicine, and power in the words we weave and wield.www.readreflectrise.com

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