I’m thrilled to participate in a sweepstakes sponsored by Investigation Discovery’s new series Surviving Evil, which premieres Wednesday August 28th at 10/9c only on Investigation Discovery
I recently rebranded my coaching business to be geared toward women who want to positively transform themselves. They say to “do what you know” and I know transformation…(sidebar: who is this they that we always refer to?)
The old Dani was a druggin’ drinkin’ party girl with no responsibilities other than to find the next bit of fun. She was reckless and didn’t think ahead. However, she transformed into a student, 9-5er and then into an entrepreneur and now mother. It’s crazy how life swirls all around like that. If you have a vision and you’re willing to put in the required effort, you can beat whatever odds are against you, and transform into whoever you want.
I breezed over that transformation in one sentence as if it was easy, but it was actually quite a feat for me. Leaving behind the partying and recreational drugs wasn’t as hard as I thought it would be. I was never an addict so I didn’t have a dramatic TV-style detox and withdrawal to go through all shaking, crazy-eyed and sweaty. It just took consistent effort to make the healthier choices each day. And lots of courage to leave certain “friends” behind.
But returning to school, and going full time while working full time was really taxing. I went back to school the year I should’ve been graduating. I watched my friends graduate and start cool new jobs while I was taking econ 101. I graduated at 25 (which, looking back now, is still “young”). You often hear the advice that you should stay in school because “if you drop out you’ll never go back.” And if you look at the odds, it’s true….but hey, I’m all about beatin’ them odds whenever I can!
IDTV’s new show Surviving Evil is all about beating odds too. But it’s way more dramatic and amazing than my little stories above. The stories in the show tell of people who faced real evil, and survived.
Do tell: Who or what gives you the courage to face your fears/challenges in life?
Answer below, and each comment will automatically be entered to win a $500 SpaFinder gift card!
This sweepstakes is sponsored by Investigation Discovery’s new series Surviving Evil, premiering Wednesday, August 28 at 10/9c. Told in their own words, victims reveal how they fought their attackers and survived against amazing odds. Learn more at InvestigationDiscovery.com/SurvivingEvil and empower yourself with five life-saving tips at IDFiveToSurvive.com.
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What gives me the courage? Honestly only God – knowing that he has good plans for me; knowing that i can trust him and he will reward; knowing he gives me what i need – particularly wisdom – to do things.
Funny this post is oddly related to a post a wrote earlier this week. A little encouragement, reward and support have always given me the courage to keep pushing forward. And I cant forget my son’s face- it always brightens the day. I am in need of a recharge though and could really use that gift certificate. I am keeping my fingers crossed. https://twitter.com/BabyTeems/status/367682095050522624
I tweeted about the giveaway here: https://twitter.com/BabyTeems/status/367682095050522624
awesome story,Dani! I have beat.some.odds in my life. I have to see.the.show you’re talking about.
I get courage to face my challenges knowing that God is already on the other end of them, waiting for me 🙂
My family and my faith definitely give me the courage to overcome and face my fears. I say all the time that becoming a mother saved my life and motivated me to become a person.
My faith does — family really helps out, too!
My family gives me my strength. And praying helps a lot too!
Love your amazing story. I love your transformation. For me, my kids and my family help me face my fears and challenges in life. I gotta stay strong and positive for them. 🙂
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Your story of transformation is exactly why I can’t stand negative statistics. No matter, what those statistics will always be about other people and have no indication of my potential and possibilities.
it helps me to know that facing hardship now creates a better future
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Welcome to Collective Bias! let me know if you need anything!
Wonderful information! Just stopping by to welcome you to the Social Fabric Community!
God and my faith – the two things I need to get by!
god and my family
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My brother has always encouraged me to face challenges. He really inspires me to be confident and brave
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My mom gives me courage to face my fears.
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My mother, who is a breast cancer survivor, gives me courage and strength to overcome any obstacle!
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My darling niece and nephew give me the courage to face my fears and challenges. Their mother (my sister) died unexpectedly when they were 2 and 3 years old. At that point, I (single and carefree) was given a purpose for my life. While they have a wonderful father, I am grateful to be able to be there for them and help out however I can. They are now 12 and 13, and they are the most amazing and wonderful little people. My sister would be proud of them, and I think she’d be grateful I’m around to give them some “mothering” and unconditional love.
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