This is a story ..... and I guarantee its not like any that you've heard before. Imagine that your mother abducted you the night before your father was supposed to take custody of you. Imagine that you moved constantly and were taught that you have no family outside of her and not worth looking for. Imagine that one day you discover the truth ... just imagine. For Andrew, this is his reality. In this episode we talk about his journey, with the loving assistance of his wife Alexis, and how this all has made him become Focused on Forward. Be sure to check in next week for part 2 ! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/focused-on-forward/support

This is a story ..... and I guarantee its not like any that you've heard before. Imagine that your mother abducted you the night before your father was supposed to take custody of you. Imagine that you moved constantly and were taught that you have no family outside of her and not worth looking for. Imagine that one day you discover the truth ... just imagine. For Andrew, this is his reality. In this episode we talk about his journey, with the loving assistance of his wife Alexis, and how this all has made him become Focused on Forward. Be sure to check in next week for part 2 ! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/focused-on-forward/support

Nick is a recovering alcoholic. He’s very open and honest about what got him there, and what got him sober. He also tells us what helps him from going back to that place in life. Nick is truly Focused on Forward. If you need help - please go to www.aa.org or www.no.org to find resources near you. Or just message this show on Facebook and we are willing to listen. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/focused-on-forward/support

Meet Michael Brian. Michael has been dealing with Cystic Fibrosis, diabetes and he's a bit introverted as well. Theres nothing wrong with being introverted, but it does add it's own set of challenges. Listen to Michael talk about how he deals with all three of his obstacles on a day to day basis and what each of them require out of him. Out of this though, he's been a coach, a trainer, a podcaster and now an author. Be sure to check out his new book " My Introvert Journey to Being Visible" available on Amazon starting on November 20, 2020. Also be sure to check out his podcast - The Ask Mike Show. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/focused-on-forward/support

Sarah is a woman of many talents, and we talk about her podcasts - the Write Now Podcast, and Girl in Space. But it’s not just her podcasts that make her a great guest - it’s her willingness to talk about struggles as a self employed person, a well as the daily struggles with depression and anxiety. Listen to her explain how and why she chose to become Focused on Forward. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/focused-on-forward/support

Meet Tarin. Tarins story starts with wanting to be a professional dancer, but a severe injury changed her plans and forced her to reconsider some options in life. Tarin now is a health and wellness coach. As her website says (www.remoteteamwellness.com) "By blending technology with some of the world’s leading teachers, we promote organizational wellness through fostering team building, reducing workplace stress and creating healthier workplace environments." Listen to her story, learn from how she chose to be Focused on Forward, and book a session for your company. If her sessions are half as compelling as her story and her smile, you'll have made the right decision! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/focused-on-forward/support

With Stacy we talk about addiction. Stacy is very open and honest about her addiction, impulse control, and her relapse. But Stacy is also very strong willed and determined to not let addiction win. Listen to her talk about dealing with the day to day, but also what she found that helps her, and what motivates her to be Focused on Forward. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/focused-on-forward/support

Meet Fred Smith, aka - thatbigbuyontiktok. With his videos on TikTok, Fred spreads a message of positivity to all that will listen, and also plays the role of TikTok security, big brother and protector of those being bullied. Fred’s life hasn’t always been sunshine and rainbows though, and he talks about overcoming life’s challenges in the form of disappointments, unfulfilled expectations, lack of needed things, and more. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/focused-on-forward/support

Meet Trevor. Trevor is currently fighting cancer, and a rare form at that. But Trevor is very encouraging and upbuilding about being positive through his journey. He’s a great story being told by an even better person. Check out Trevor and his journey on TikTok by following him with his username @kind_knots Show him some love --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/focused-on-forward/support

Be sure to listen closely to this one. Jory tells us, not only about his back injuries and the toll they took physically, but mentally and emotionally as well. He also tells us about why he started Hope Instilled and why that’s such an important resource of information and knowledge. Be sure to look him up in his website www.hopeinstilled.org or find him on social media by searching Hope Instilled. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/focused-on-forward/support