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We All Go Forward
Hosted by Kimberly Demosthene · EN
We All Go Forward is a podcast about self-leadership through setbacks. Simply put, setbacks are undesirable, unexpected outcomes. They’re inevitable. Some are truly negative experiences. Others, though initially perceived as such, become welcomed (necessary, even) experiences once viewed from the right vantage point. Regardless of their nature, the only way through any setback is through it. A great indicator of life and vitality is movement. When setbacks render us inactive while life around us continues to move along its ever progressing, ever developing path, we feel resistance & fatigue. If we glean the lessons, wisdoms, and clarity hard moments afford us, we’ll be set back—but only in preparation to be catapulted forward into a more progressed, developed version of self. This podcast will help listeners learn & practice self-leadership in order to maintain a forward trajectory through life's setbacks. It will teach us how to overcome inconvenience in a timely, beneficial manner. Furthermore, we will learn that as we move in the right direction (that is, forward and progressing, never stagnate), we become a resource to help others move in the right direction, and the cycle continues— but only if we move. Remember: If you go, and I go, then we all go…FORWARD. Let’s get moving!
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DAVID: A Mother's Journey With Grief
2w ago01:08:46Tap to summarize#022- Disclaimer: Today's episode includes sensitive topics that may be triggering to some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.I think we can all agree that there is no pain like the loss of a loved one. The loss of a child, however, becomes uniquely difficult because it seems to go against the natural progression of life, order, and time. The size of the wound it leaves...unimaginable to grasp, capture, or explain.Loss is an inevitable part of life. As a result, grief becomes an inevitable process. But giving ourselves (and others) permission to grieve does not seem to come easy. Perhaps because we're taught to "fix" what's broken and "hide" what's scarred. But what happens when what's broken & scarred, is us? (Loss does that). What happens when what we try to fix and hide is too rare and too great? (Love IS that). In this episode, I speak with a woman I love dearly: Wanda Francois. In college & pregnant, she goes through a whirlwind of loss and grief, including the death of her 1st born infant son, David. Though her pain remains palpable 18 years later, her grace and wisdom resound just as powerfully. Grief has indeed journeyed with Wanda. Yet, she demonstrates that our scars & brokenness require acceptance because that's the only way we acknowledge what was & what still is-- LOVE. Great, overwhelming love. In memory of David.
Transcribe →BONUS: Fun Fact! Sharks Break Camp Too
2w ago00:04:48Tap to summarize#021--Let's learn a fun fact about sharks!Did you know sharks "break camp"? If you don't believe me, take a listen:)And here's another fun fact: Historically, we shared fun facts on this podcast because 1) my son (Mathieu) loves fun facts and used to share them constantly and 2) I wanted a way to add some true Kimberly quirk/style to this podcast. The facts were supposed to be a regular part of our episodes--us learning new facts to move forward (you get it?). But "regular" didn't happen:/ They were shared sparingly, perhaps haha. I do drop facts every episode though so...don't judge me & enjoy!!!
Transcribe →Why We Quit In "The Middle" & 5 Tips To Prevent (Part 4: Breaking Camp Devotional Series)
3w ago01:06:58Tap to summarize#020- The hardest place to be...is in between. Because you don't intuitively grasp how close you are to that open door you've been working so hard to enter. As a result, giving up becomes so tempting & can feel necessary. But that's an untruth!! You don't have to turn back--and with a little help and some grace...you won't :)In the final & 4th part of this series, we get practical. What must we do in our camping seasons? And as we sit on this cusp of almost crossing over into PROGRESS, what must we remember from our past? Take a listen. And you're certified to keep moving FORWARD. Thank you for journeying with me. I pray this process helped you as mush as it helped me:)
Transcribe →Chasing Everything But The Real You (Part 3: Breaking Camp Devotional)
May 800:52:49Tap to summarize#019- Part 3 of this devotional is my favorite. It speaks to one of our deepest needs as human beings-- Acceptance. When we make mistakes, I think we all resort back to the fundamental concern of "will someone still love or want me?"; more so, we ruminate on "will GOD still love/want me?"It may sound like an elementary thought but I assure you this episode uncovers some creative, mind-blowing ways in which God demonstrates his acceptance of you. And you'll be left with only one question: Do YOU accept YOU? The real you. Authentic You. Because that YOU is enough.
Transcribe →I Missed My Chance (Part 2: Breaking Camp Devotional)
Apr 900:36:32Tap to summarize#018- We're back with part 2 of our devotional series (spiritual content). Let's talk another aspect that makes "breaking up" hard.When we leave things behind (a mistake, a position, a relationship, etc) we're leaving what feels familiar & secure. It doesn't matter if it's killing us slowly...we "know" it, so we commit.The thing is, when God now asks us to leave that behind & commit to his path/promises instead, it takes a strong person to do it the 1st time. And often, I am not her. When we miss that chance, ugh...nothing hurts more. But what if I told you we need help to not miss our shot? We need teachers. Well, class is in session and thee Teacher is in the room, in our camp, & on our path, walking ahead of, with, & behind us. We're in good hands:)
Transcribe →The Guilt of Struggling with God (Part 1: Breaking Camp Devotional)
Apr 900:17:42Tap to summarize#017- Welcome to the Breaking Camp Devotional Series--where we'll discuss various hardships we may experience when we're breaking up with mistakes, yes... but honestly, when breaking up with anything or anyone. Maybe you're good at closing certain chapters but I assure you, if you're human, you will find that one "ending" that simply hurts and feels like a struggle to let go of.I think this first part of the series is for us who are struggling, wrestling even, with God. Struggling to obey, struggling to trust, struggling to believe, struggling with his BIG ASKS, struggling with our BIG WILL TO FIGHT. What I'm certain we will discover is...He understands. And He loves a fighter:) Let's go forward.
Transcribe →How I Lost $30,000 (Breaking Up With Your Mistakes)
Feb 2601:30:34Tap to summarize#016- You ever make a mistake? Well, let's go back in time to a not-so-fun moment in my life--the time a mistake cost me $30k. That's right...you read that correctly. Not $30, not $300, but 30,000 big ones. And if you think that's the biggest shocker, you're wrong. Because the circumstances around why I lose it are truly what make this moment painful. What did I do with that pain? Though that's a great question, I think the more appropriate one is, what did I allow the pain to do with me? A lot. And none of it helped. What did help, was me remembering that I have a say in whether or not pain defines & shapes my life. Mistakes are inevitable & can be costly, but moving on from them...priceless! Let's break up!! With our mistakes, of course:)
Transcribe →I Got Work Done: Why Work Done On Me, Not By Me, Wins Every Time
Feb 500:48:37Tap to summarize#015- We're baaaacccckkkk! In this kickoff, I take us on a bit of an emotional (& spiritual) journey. This episode is a great representation of what to expect from Season Two: Transparency & Healing. I'm not sure why, but...it's time. Our last episode was June 2024 (cringe). You'll get a great sense of what life was like from then til now. Let's catch up, laugh, cry, but most importantly, let's learn the strategy that moved me FORWARD. My goal is to encourage someone who feels incapable of doing the work to progress. I've been there. Barely outta "there". And I've got you.
Transcribe →Part Two: The Unplanned Plan with Dr. Johanne Louis
Jun 11, 202400:58:13Tap to summarize#014- We continue our conversation with the captivating, multi-skilled, and resilient Dr. Johanne Louis. Here's what you walk away with in this episode: A literal mentorship session on how to navigate the following...Career: She shares what versatility a nursing career offers! Plus gives a great lesson on comparison, no matter your field. Setbacks: She provides her very own acronym for staying adaptable- R.A.C.E.Love: "try, try, try...NEXT!" haha. You've got to tune in for that one:) We also talk Boundaries, Parenting/Legacy, Wisdom in Friendship, plus Service/Purpose (via her foundation, the Dr. Johanne Louis Foundation aka JLF).She did & does it all...unplanned. And what's wrong with that?! #insider.Tune in!
Transcribe →The Unplanned Plan with Dr. Johanne Louis (Part 1)
May 28, 202401:04:44Tap to summarize#013- Adaptability: The ability to adjust and respond quickly to changing factors, conditions or environments. Today, Dr. Johanne teaches a master class in it. Born & raised in Haiti surrounded by family and security, her life changes when she moves to the United States at the age of 6 to join her mother (someone she had no recollection of) & a father who seems quite indifferent towards her (for reasons she eventually begins to understand). If learning a new language and culture aren't enough, she encounters not one but two predatory men who take advantage of her and set her on a path of manipulation, indoctrination, and an unfulfilled desire for validation & love. Her story of origin takes you on an emotional rollercoaster--that's for sure. But the final destination is one of triumph.If you so choose, take a listen to the how her adaptable spirit leads her to respond to what life had become, in order to make life what it was supposed to be. Her story lends other victims a voice; and it lends all listeners strength & strategy. Tune in.
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