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The Resilient AuthorThe Wisdom of Recovery with Daryl DittmerIf you’ve been carrying a story but don’t know where to start, I’d love to invite you to my FREE 5-Day Speak Your Book Challenge. Join us at https://www.voicetobook.co/challenge and let’s get your story moving.
In this episode, Kary sits down with Daryl Dittmer, a man whose life and work reflect decades of hard-earned wisdom in recovery. Together, they unpack what it really means to live an authentic sober life, one that’s grounded in service, spiritual growth, and personal responsibility.
Daryl shares lessons from his journey through addiction, recovery, and leadership...
2025-11-2041 min
The Resilient AuthorJessica Morris on Sobriety, Faith, and Higher PoweredIf you’ve been carrying a story but don’t know where to start, I’d love to invite you to my FREE 5-Day Speak Your Book Challenge. Join us at https://www.voicetobook.co/challenge and let’s get your story moving.
Author Jessica Morris opens up about recovery, faith, and the making of Higher Powered.
We talk sobriety, resilience, and the creative process behind a book that aims to tell the truth without losing compassion. If you are navigating healing or writing from lived experience, this conversation will serve you.
Learn and follow Jessica's journey at https://jessical...
2025-11-2058 min
The Resilient AuthorSurviving High Conflict Divorce with Lisa JohnsonIf you’ve been carrying a story but don’t know where to start, I’d love to invite you to my FREE 5-Day Speak Your Book Challenge. Join us at https://www.voicetobook.co/challenge and let’s get your story moving.
In this episode, I sit down with high conflict divorce strategist Lisa Johnson, co-author of Been There, Got Out, for a raw and eye-opening conversation about legal abuse, parental alienation, and surviving narcissistic partners.
Lisa breaks down how high conflict divorces escalate, why one partner often becomes obsessed with destroying the other, and what legal abuse looks li...
2025-11-2050 min
The Resilient AuthorMichelle Collins on Healing, Mindfulness, and Finding Joy AgainIf you’ve been carrying a story but don’t know where to start, I’d love to invite you to my FREE 5-Day Speak Your Book Challenge. Join us at https://www.voicetobook.co/challenge and let’s get your story moving.
In this episode, I sit down with Michelle Collins, grief educator, mindfulness teacher, and author of Surviving Spouse or Partner Suicide Loss and Supporting a Survivor of Spouse or Partner Suicide Loss.
After losing her husband to suicide, Michelle faced the unimaginable — and slowly rebuilt her life using mindfulness, holistic w...
2025-11-2041 min
The Resilient AuthorScott Mocha on Faith, Recovery, and the Power of ChangeIf you’ve been carrying a story but don’t know where to start, I’d love to invite you to my FREE 5-Day Speak Your Book Challenge. Join us at https://www.voicetobook.co/challenge and let’s get your story moving.
Author and entrepreneur Scott Mocha shares his powerful story of transformation — from nightclub DJ battling addiction to faith-driven creator and founder of Impossible Path.
After surviving a near-fatal overdose, Scott’s life took a radical turn. His memoir, A Row With Two Chairs, explores how faith, resilience, and self-awareness helped him rebuild everything from the inside out.
In this...
2025-11-2042 min
The Resilient AuthorWriting Through Grief: John DeDakis on Resilience, Loss, and the Power of StorytellingIf you’ve been carrying a story but don’t know where to start, I’d love to invite you to my free 5-Day Speak Your Book Challenge. Join us at https://www.voicetobook.co/challenge and let’s get your story moving.
Author and former CNN journalist John DeDakis shares his inspiring journey of turning pain into purpose through writing.
With 45 years in journalism — including interviews with Presidents Reagan and Carter — John brings depth, authenticity, and compassion to his six-book Lark Chadwick Mystery/Suspense Series.
In this conversation, John opens up about losing his sister to su...
2025-11-2032 min
The Resilient AuthorWriting Through Grief with John DeDakisSend us a textIn this episode, I sit down with John DeDakis — award-winning novelist, writing coach, and former CNN Senior Copy Editor — to talk about resilience, writing through grief, and how storytelling can heal.John shares his journey from covering presidents to confronting personal loss, and how those experiences became the foundation for his Lark Chadwick Mystery/Suspense Series. We discuss the lessons he learned through rejection and perseverance, the courage it takes to face grief head-on, and how writing became both therapy and purpose.Whether you’re a writer, creati...
2025-11-1332 min
The Resilient AuthorFaith, Recovery, and the Power of Change with Scott MochaSend us a textIn this episode, I sit down with Scott Mocha, author of A Row With Two Chairs and founder of Impossible Path, to talk about addiction, faith, and the courage it takes to start again.Scott shares his powerful journey from being a nightclub DJ caught in addiction to surviving a near-fatal overdose and finding faith in the most unexpected way. What began as a reluctant embrace of spirituality became the foundation for a new life — one rooted in purpose, creativity, and service.We talk about:...
2025-11-1342 min
The Resilient AuthorFaith, Spirits, and the Supernatural | D. Paul on Mysteries at the Wyndham InnSend us a textIn this episode, I sit down with D. Paul — a Disabled Veteran, Native American Holy Man, and author of Mysteries at the Wyndham Inn — to talk about faith, spirit, and the unseen world.D. Paul shares stories from his years investigating haunted places, confronting dark entities, and helping people find peace and healing. We discuss his unique spiritual journey as a Heyoka, his connection to both Native tradition and Christian faith, and how writing became a way to channel the messages and visions he receives from Spirit.If you’ve eve...
2025-11-0647 min
The Resilient AuthorTeri Brown on Love, Loss, and the Power of AdventureSend us a textIn this episode, I sit down with Teri, author of 10 Little Rules for a Double-Butted Adventure, to talk about her incredible cross-country tandem bike journey and how it became a story of healing, courage, and rediscovering purpose.Teri shares what it was like to cycle 3,102 miles across the United States with her husband Bruce during the COVID summer, the lessons they learned about communication, patience, and love, and how she turned that experience into a book that continues to inspire readers everywhere.After Bruce’s passing, Teri made the br...
2025-11-0639 min
The Resilient AuthorHow Authenticity Shapes Leadership, Storytelling, and Self-Discovery with Joel ConwellSend us a textIn this episode of The Resilient Author Podcast, I sit down with Joel Conwell — a former pastor, leadership coach, and author whose journey from ministry to tech reveals the deep link between authenticity and resilience.Joel is the author of Your Missing X-Factor and The Boy in the Tree, two books that challenge how we define success and strength. Together, we unpack what it means to present yourself authentically in professional spaces without losing humility — and how vulnerability can actually deepen your impact as a leader.We also talk about...
2025-10-3054 min
The Resilient AuthorHow Stories Heal: Finding Truth Through The Narrative Edge with Dr. Rod BergerSend us a textIn this episode, I had the honor of sitting down with Dr. Rod Berger, a journalist, author, and global storyteller who has conducted over 4,000 interviews with some of the most fascinating people on the planet — from world leaders and innovators to athletes and educators.Our conversation centers around his new book, The Narrative Edge: Authentic Storytelling That Meets the Moment, and the lessons he’s learned after years of listening to stories that span cultures, faiths, and generations.What struck me most about Rod is how deeply he listens. He d...
2025-10-3048 min
The Resilient AuthorFrom Cybersecurity to Storytelling: Jamari Torian on Imagination, Discipline, and the Making of Sunder WorldSend us a textWhat happens when a cybersecurity specialist turns his recurring dreams into an epic fantasy world?In this episode, I sit down with Jamari Torian, IT specialist, cybersecurity grad student, and author of the Sunder World series, to talk about the balance between technology and creativity. Jamari shares how his dreams sparked the idea for his fantasy world, the challenges of writing as an indie author, and what he’s learned about discipline, mindset, and perseverance along the way.We also explore how his background in cybersecurity influences his storytelling, wh...
2025-10-2321 min
The Resilient AuthorWhat’s Your Mindset? How Eric Goodman Leads with Faith, Purpose, and PositivitySend us a textWhat does it take to live and lead with the right mindset?In this episode, I sit down with Eric Goodman, best-selling author of What’s Your Mindset?, to explore how faith, love, leadership, and purpose shape the way we overcome life’s toughest challenges. From surviving a life-saving surgery at 15 to becoming CEO of one of Orange County’s most community-minded companies, Eric shares how a positive mindset transformed not just his business, but his life.We talk about:
The moment that changed everything at 15 years old
How mi...
2025-10-161h 01
The Resilient AuthorLeading with Empathy: How Melissa Is Redefining Leadership in the Age of AISend us a textWhat does it really mean to lead with empathy—and why does it matter more now than ever?In this episode, I sit down with Melissa, author of The Empathic Leader, to explore how empathy is reshaping the future of leadership, productivity, and innovation. Drawing from her research, data, and personal experience, Melissa shares why empathy isn’t a “soft skill” but a strategic advantage in today’s organizations.She opens up about the moment that changed everything—walking away from a decades-long career as a musician because of unempathic l...
2025-10-1334 min
The Resilient AuthorWriting, Tea, and Finding Strength in Stillness with Nicole WilsonSend us a textWhen life took an unexpected turn, tea became both a grounding practice and a path forward for Nicole Wilson. As an award-winning tea writer and educator, Nicole has been sharing her love of the leaf since 2008 through her acclaimed site, TeaForMePlease.com — a trusted space for reviews, stories, and the rituals that make tea more than just a drink.In this conversation, Nicole opens up about the journey behind her book, The Tea Recipe Book, and what it was like to write under a tight deadline while navigating personal change. She sh...
2025-10-0829 min
The Resilient AuthorHealing, Plant Medicine and Spiritual Resilience with Tara RoseSend us a textIn this episode, I sit down with Tara Rose, author, intuitive healer, and spiritual teacher, to talk about her powerful journey of awakening through plant medicines like cannabis and ayahuasca. Tara opens up about the experiences that inspired her memoir Trust the Flow, sharing what it truly means to surrender, heal, and reconnect with your higher self.We also explore how storytelling becomes a tool for transformation — not just for the reader, but for the writer too.If you’re drawn to the intersection of resilience, spirituality, and h...
2025-10-0658 min
The Resilient AuthorResilience, Mental Health, and Memoir Writing with Liz SjaastadSend us a textWhat does it take to turn a lifetime of challenges into a story that heals others?In this episode, I sit down with Liz, author of You’re Too Young to Understand, a powerful memoir about growing up with a mother living with schizophrenia and an immigrant father facing his own struggles. Liz shares the raw truth of her childhood, teenage years, and adulthood and how resilience, humor, and honesty helped her navigate it all.We talk about:
The hidden challenges of caring for a parent with mental il...
2025-10-0241 min
The Resilient AuthorFrom Pain to Purpose with Juan BattleSend us a textIn this episode of The Resilient Author Podcast, Kary sits down with Juan Battle, author of How I Turned My Pain into Purpose and founder of the faith-based movement Believe By Battle.Juan’s journey began in New Jersey, where he endured years of pain, hardship, and even incarceration. But instead of letting those experiences define him, Juan chose transformation. After moving to Florida, he found the space to heal, reconnect with his faith, and discover his purpose. Out of that transformation, he built Believe By Battle, a brand and movement tha...
2025-09-3029 min
The Resilient AuthorWhy I Created The Resilient Author PodcastSend us a textYour story matters and this podcast is here to remind you of the resilience it takes to bring it to life.In this opening episode, I share the story behind The Resilient Author Podcast and why it matters to me. From helping my late father finish his book to realizing the power of speaking over writing, I’ve seen that resilience is what carries authors through. This show is my way of honoring that truth and creating a space for authors to share both the challenges and the breakthroughs behind their bo...
2025-09-2304 min
FUZZEE'ish - The Kinda Sober ShowCreating Your Own Light: Self-Discovery and Self-Care in the MeTotal Movement with Kary YoumanHighlights from this week’s conversation include:Kary’s journey to MeTotal (2:08)Dark days in depression and substance abuse (3:38)Needing to make a change (8:53)The night that scared Kary straight (17:02)Exploring spirituality and meditation (18:55)Observing discomfort while not running to substances (24:11)The impact of mindfulness on interactions (27:41)Life isn’t fair so use it to grow and succeed (29:54)Finding the light within (32:42)Momentum as a foundation for progress (37:04)Building a community around you (39:07)Special segment: Items to help encourage and inspire in MeTotal (46:21)The FUZZEE’-ish Podcast highlights a movement that’s brewing and that movement is the MeTota...
2023-09-2149 min
FUZZEE'ish - The Kinda Sober ShowWelcome to the FUZZEE'ish Podcast with Joe Quattrone, JM Guthrie, and Kary YoumanTo learn more and to subscribe to the show, visit fuzzeeishpodcast.com.
2023-08-2900 min
Purpose Through Pain170: Kary Youman | Overcoming a Traumatic Past With Mindfulness and MeditationYou don’t have to have all the answers to make a difference. Kary Youman is a heart-centered facilitator and mindfulness coach dedicated to creating brave spaces for people to discuss and explore complex topics. Facilitating change through workshops on diversity, equity, inclusion, communication, radical kindness, mental health, and mindfulness, he is helping shift the way organizations view their culture and team dynamics. He is on a personal mission to empower and inspire others to live their best lives through the virtues of kindness and mindfulness, helping people from all walks of life overcome limiting be...
2023-04-0449 min
Opening Presence with Aaron Robinson124 Kary Youman: From Misery to HopeKary Youman is an Entrepreneur, Mindfulness Facilitator and Mental Health Advocate. In this converdastion we discuss the series of events that lead him to his first 10 day Vipassana retreat, the importance of investing in our mental wellbeing and From Misery to Hope - a book that he co-authored with his late father Robert D. Palmer. If you enjoy this episode, make sure to share it with a friend.
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2022-12-1959 min
Purpose Through Pain98: Kary Youman | Overcoming Trama with MindfulnessYou don’t have to have all the answers to make a difference. Kary Youman is a heart-centered facilitator and mindfulness coach dedicated to creating brave spaces for people to discuss and explore complex topics. Facilitating change through workshops on diversity, equity, inclusion, communication, radical kindness, mental health, and mindfulness, he is helping shift the way organizations view their culture and team dynamics. He is on a personal mission to empower and inspire others to live their best lives through the virtues of kindness and mindfulness, helping people from all walks of life overcome limiting beli...
2022-04-0749 min
It's About To Go Down! with Marc & CatheyCourageous dialogue, white belt moments, and unsexy highlight reels"You don't have to control your thoughts. You just have to stop letting them control you." - Kary Youman, mental health advocate. In this episode, Marc and Cathey help Kary build upon his TED Talk by formulating repeatable practices that could de-magnitize mental health setbacks. During the discussion, they explore how startling statistics, questioning, and analogies can reframe an idea while encouraging audiences to engage in courageous conversations.
2021-10-071h 03Purpose Through Pain039: Kary Youman | Overcoming a Traumatic Past With Mindfulness and MeditationYou don’t have to have all the answers to make a difference. Kary Youman is a heart-centered facilitator and mindfulness coach dedicated to creating brave spaces for people to discuss and explore complex topics. Facilitating change through workshops on diversity, equity, inclusion, communication, radical kindness, mental health, and mindfulness, he is helping shift the way organizations view their culture and team dynamics. He is on a personal mission to empower and inspire others to live their best lives through the virtues of kindness and mindfulness, helping people from all walks of life overcome limiting beli...
2021-08-2449 min
where you belongBelonging with Kary YoumanToday on the show we have the incredible Kary Youman who works at instrument on the human development team. Kary also has a career coaching consulting business called Tenth House Career Coaching (thcareercoaching.com) where he supports individuals who feel overworked, uninspired, and ready to find their purpose. Kary also works with the Insight Alliance to offer mindfulness teachings via the Wellbeing program in Correctional Facilities in Oregon. Kary is a heart centered leader, community uplifter, and an outstanding human being. You can find Kary on instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/karyyouman/ Sit back and enjoy, belonging with Kary...
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