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Kitchen Talk: Pickleball EditionEpisode 29: From Foster Care to Champion: The Unstoppable Spirit of Thomas YelloweyesThomas Yelloweyes is a former pro Ultimate Frisbee player turned pickleball coach. Raised in a traumatic foster care environment with no support and constant adversity, Thomas defied all odds to rise above his past. His journey from a troubled childhood to becoming a beacon of hope and transformation is nothing short of inspiring. With a relentless spirit and an infectious smile, Thomas now dedicates his life to coaching and changing mindsets on the court. His story is a testament to the power of resilience and the human spirit's ability to overcome even the darkest of beginnings. 2024-07-0329 min
Thomas, Life & CoffeeThe Tara McGuire Story: When Fear Collides with FaithThis story right away just blew me away by how many twist and turns there were in just a short amount of time. Meet Tara, and take some time today to listen her story of fear colliding with faith. As I listened to her story I was both on the edge of my seat AND my jaw on the ground as I tried to comprehend all that was happening in her life at the same time. Now that she is transitions from one journey to the next you will learn some powerful lessons and takeaways that will impact your...2021-11-2448 min
Thomas, Life & CoffeeTy Hoxer Story: From Nomad to Cancer SurvivorMeet Ty Hoxer. Her story growing up in a family as a nomad before it was a popular thing to finding out that she had breast cancer. Listen to how this journey has changed her life as she finds her true passion during the hardest part of her life. Another great Overcomer story that will inspire and challenge you to see a negative situation differently.Oregon Crafters Market: https://g.co/kgs/VPJ2wbArt For The Cure: https://www.facebook.com/ArtTherapy.86/Coffee & Connect: https://calendly.com/rise-up-life-coaches/coffee-and-connect?month=2021-092021-09-2543 min
Thomas, Life & CoffeeDonna Pollard Story: From Child Bride To Child AdvocateDonna Pollard dares to believe in a world where young girls and women can be free from abuse and exploitation.A native of Kentucky -- a state burdened with thousands of cases of abuse and a history of child marriage -- she is leading the charge for change. Donna successfully advocated for improved legislation in her home state and many others that put an end to child marriage throughparental consent and continues to advocate for this protective change both nationally and internationally. She most recently traveled to Finland as the keynote speaker for the Zonta...2021-07-011h 09
Thomas, Life & CoffeePaige Hairston Story: Professor, Mother, Wife & Breast Cancer WarriorPaige had just finished sending off their 4th daughter to college and was enjoying her work as a professor in various positions at a few local colleges when she received what had to be a "Bad Joke". The news of her biopsy was positive and her world was suddenly turned upside down. After having a moment to break down she had to make the next tough call and break the news to her husband. Paige and her husband had raised their daughters and were getting ready to embark on the next season of life when cancer came knocking. Listen...2021-06-1150 min
Thomas, Life & CoffeeShannon Preston Story: Overcoming Cancer While Running Hood To CoastShannon Preston had battled weight issues most of her life until one day she made the decision that enough was enough. While on this journey she was introduced to running and started training for local running events. When one of her former co workers invited her to compete on a Hood to Coast team Shannon was immediately taken in by the event. Sounds like that should be where the story ends, but then one day Shannon decided to get a lump checked out that had been on the back of her mind a for bit and suddenly her life...2021-06-0357 min
Thomas, Life & CoffeeShenandoah Chefalo Story: Orphaned to Overcomer - Changing The SystemA survivor and alumni of the foster care system, Shenandoah Chefalo is also the co-founder of the #4600andCounting, a grass-roots movement to bring awareness and change to the missing youth of foster care. She is also a faculty member and trainer at The Center for Trauma Resilient Communities a new initiative by the Crossnore School and Children’s Home to help organization translate the science of trauma and adversity. In additional to her multiple award winning book, Garbage Bag Suitcase, she also wrote an e-book entitled Setting Your Vision and Defining Your Goals, and is also working on h...2021-05-211h 07
Thomas, Life & CoffeeKim Possible Lovejoy Story: Broken to BreakthroughHomeless to hopeful. Trafficked to transformed. Broken to breakthrough. Some of the many ways to describe Kim Possible as I like to call her. "Kim "Possible" LoveJoy may have been called the devil's child when she was born into a life of trauma and adversity, but the God of the universe allowed her scars to propel her into the "Overcomer" story that lights a path out of darkness for all she inspires. Listen as she shares a really eye opening story that breaks down barriers of an industry that has only recently been getting the attention it needs. 2021-05-121h 00
Thomas, Life & CoffeeShawn Steven Mellis Story: Saved and SoberRecently we had an opportunity to sit down with Shawn Steven Mellis and listen as he shared his sometimes unreal story of alcohol and semi-homelessness. An encounter with God was the defining moment for Shawn as he started the long and courageous journey of recovery with a cast of unexpected characters (potential angels) that had a part in keeping him on track. Take some time today and listen another inspirational story from an amazing "Overcomer" as he is real, honest and raw about his journey.Wild at Heart by John Eldredge:https://www.amazon.com...2021-05-0756 min
Thomas, Life & CoffeeAllison Zimmerman Story: From Devastation to RedemptionToday we get to sit down with a great cup of coffee and listen to this amazing story from Allison Zimmerman. Allison has been on the mission field for 30 years and started the first recovery programs in Guam. While overseas as a missionary, Allison received a call that mothers never want to get and that was that her son had been in a devastating hit and run accident with a dump truck. Listen to her story as she shares from the time she heard the news to where they are today. Allison also has published an...2021-04-2848 min
Thomas, Life & CoffeeDeb Hart Story: From Devastation to InspirationIt was a cold Wednesday morning on the Pickleball courts as I showed up to teach a beginners clinic. As I walked up I noticed one brave soul who came to learn how to play this amazing game called Pickleball. I thought to myself "Well at least there is one person out there as crazy as me." But what would follow during our lesson as we took a break and talked for minute would change my life. Deb Hart shares the very same story with you today. Listen as talks about her heartbreaking story from loss to d...2021-04-2152 min
Thomas, Life & CoffeeLearning To Feel Safe - The Bob Bull StoryIn this episode I share a personal story that has positively impacted who am today. Meet Bob Bull, he was an amazing example of who a human is and also a great demonstration to me of what "Safe" looks like. As I share this story today I also want to make sure that you know that feeling "Safe" is so important to us especially growing up so we know what that looks like as an adult and can provide that to the people around us. Join me as I share this personal moment in my life.Does...2021-04-1429 min
Thomas, Life & CoffeeDr. Kim West: From Broken to HealedToday we welcome Dr. Kim West to the podcast. The story you are about to hear is real and raw. As you listen you will hear what this amazing lady had to overcome from an early age,her journey to where she is today, and the powerful work she is doing everyday to heal and change the world around her. Want the resources that Dr. Kim West shared in the podcast?Link: https://meanxietyfree.com/anxiety-free?fbclid=IwAR0SugTZ1ga9P5thf8RntgVhVf0vxnlMHH8OOlYdtLo8lVUaXg13vMiV3J0Link: https://www.weekendbreakthrough.com/home-page?fbclid...2021-03-2337 min
Thomas, Life & CoffeeWelcome to the Thomas, Life & Coffee Podcast - Stories of OvercomersHere is just a little taste of things to come in future episodes. Welcome to our first podcast as we get ready to share some amazing stories about overcomers from overcomers as they share their incredible journeys from tough beginnings, to the turning point and finally how they are now positively impacting and changing the world around them. Free Coffee & Connect Session: https://calendly.com/rise-up-life-coaches/coffee-and-connect2021-03-1601 min
Pickleball Fire Podcast002: From Ultimate Frisbee to Certified Pickleball Instructor with Thomas YelloweyesThomas Yelloweyes found Pickleball by accident but after playing 5 games he was hooked. Since then Thomas has taught 180 Pickleball clinics with 1200 students in a year's time and is a certified Pickleball instructor by two organizations. Enjoy the podcast as he talks about his journey while giving some great tips on both the technical and mental side of Pickleball. http://pickleballfire.com/podcast/2020-10-2129 min