Have you ever felt like life has thrown you one curveball too many? As mamas, we often face challenges that can leave us feeling overwhelmed and uncertain. But what if there was a way to not just survive these obstacles, but to truly thrive in the face of adversity?

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Michaela Cox, an inspiring author and speaker who has faced her fair share of life's toughest moments. Michaela opens up about her journey through what she calls the "38 triple D" - disability, divorce, and death - all by the age of 38. Her story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of choosing to overcome.

Embracing Grace: A Path to Thriving After Adversity

Michaela shares her hard-won wisdom on how to navigate life's most challenging moments, offering a unique perspective as both a mother with a disability and a solo parent. Through her experiences, she's developed a powerful framework for moving from survival to thriving, centered around the word "grace":

Grounding: Establishing a strong foundation to steady yourself in life's storms
Redesign: Embracing the opportunity to create a new narrative
Abundance: Cultivating a positive mindset to fuel your journey
Care: Prioritizing self-care and clarity over chaos and confusion
Equipped: Gathering the tools and resources needed for your journey

Lessons for Our Children: Creating a Legacy of Resilience

As mamas, we often wonder how our own experiences shape our children's lives. Michaela offers insights into how she's using her journey to teach her kids valuable life lessons, including her innovative "Before the Clock Strikes Midnight" book series - a beautiful way to pass on wisdom to the next generation.

"Choose well to live your best life and take your best shot."

This episode is a must-listen for any mama feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges. Michaela's story reminds us that with the right mindset and tools, we can not only weather life's storms but emerge stronger and more resilient than ever before.

Are you ready to transform your approach to life's challenges? Tune in to discover how you can apply Michaela's "grace" framework to your own journey, and start moving from surviving to thriving today.

🎁 Ready to break free from the chaos and unlock peace in your motherhood journey? Start with my free guide, Unlocking Peace, designed to help you take the first step toward calm and connection. 👉 Download it for free today: https://freebie.mamahoodaftertrauma.ca/guide Want to be a guest on Mamahood After Trauma? Send Emily Cleghorn a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/riseandshinewithemilyc

Overcoming Adversity: Five Steps to Thriving as a Parent

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