The Brave Files

Standing In Solidarity

Mandy North firmly believes all people are called to love and be loved. After experiencing a learning trip to Africa, Mandy was moved to stand in solidarity with her worldly neighbors by participating in a ration challenge. During this experience, she ate like a refugee for seven days. Listen now to learn about the rations challenge and the many ways it moved Mandy to further view all people through the lens of compassion. Call in and share your thoughts and feedback at 312-646-0205 Support The Brave Files on Patreon Visit our sponsor, Vickery and Co 

Teaching Kids To Transform The World

Liz Kleinrock is an anti-bias educator and consultant. Her social justice based curriculum brings current community discussion to the forefront of the classroom. When centering conversations around these issues and ideas, children learn to approach the world through a more critical and inclusive lens. Tune in to learn about the value of opening this important dialogue with even the youngest of children in order to truly change the world.Share your feedback and how you're choosing bravely by calling 312-646-0205Join our Brave Community by becoming a Patreon supporter.Learn more about our sponsor Vickery and Co.

I Didn’t Feel Brave At All: A First Responder Remembers 9/11

18 years ago, on September 11, 2001, the world changed forever. The attacks of 9/11 took the lives of thousands and forever altered the lives of millions all over the world. Today, Mike Cortes, a 9/11 first responder, honors the victims of the tragedy by sharing his story. Mike continues to carry out the legacy of the fallen through living his life with purpose and intention and he has a request for you. Mike’s story is one you shouldn’t miss. Listen now.Help us Pay It Forward by performing at least 3 acts of random kindness in honor of the lives lost on 9/11. Use PayitForward911  to share your kindness and inspire others.Find detailed show notes on our website.We need your help! Support The Brave files on Patreon and help us build a community of bravery for all!Share your thoughts! Tell us what you think of the show and how you're choosing bravely by calling 312-646-0205.

Embrace Your Brave Voice

Laura Di Franco teaches us that fear is just a feeling! She’s a six-time published poet, author, and inspirational speaker. After nearly three decades as a holistic physical therapist, she experienced her own true healing through learning to speak up, find her voice, and share that voice out loud. Tune in to learn about Laura’s brave writing process and all the ways in which we all have the ability to overcome our fears and live in an authentic and impactful way.
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Season 6 Introduction

Welcome to season six of The Brave Files Podcast! Each and every one of us makes brave decisions on a daily basis, whether you know it or not. This podcast interviews people who have stepped out of fear and into bravery in both big and small ways. Each conversation helps inspire and motivate you to lean into bravery and live courageously.  A portion of each episode is dedicated to charity, celebration and building community.  Join our brave movement at www.patreon.com/bravefiles Share your thoughts by calling 312-646-0205. Visit our website at www.thebravefilespodcast.com 

The Gifts of Rest

Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith is a medical physician who’s also an expert on “Sacred Rest.” After experience extreme, personal, burnout, she wrote Sacred Rest: Recover Your Life, Renew Your Energy, Restore Your Sanity. Which dives into the seven types of rest needed to optimize your productivity, increase overall happiness, and live the best life possible. Now she’s teaching the next generation of doctors the importance of treating the whole person – mind, body, and spirit. Tune in to learn about finding harmony between your professional and personal life through the art of intentional rest! Share your feedback and tell us how you're Choosing Bravely by calling 312-646-0205Support The Brave Files Podcast on Patreon.Detailed show notes.Visit our Sponsor Vickery and Co

Going The Extra Mile

Shawn Anderson is a lifetime entrepreneur with a history of inspiring others. This seven-time author is the creator of the Extra Mile Day, a day recognizing the power we each have to create positive change when we “go the extra mile.” Believing his greatest adventure is still to be lived, Shawn biked 4,000 miles across the US twice and also tracked 100% by foot across six countries. Tune in to learn about Shawn’s positive outlook on life and the fact that we all have the power to change our own stories. Share your feedback and how you're Choosing Bravely by calling 312-646-0205. Detailed Show NotesSupport us on PatreonVisit our sponsor Vickery and Co 

Breaking The Mold

Anoushé Husain is an extraordinary human who lives boldly with a brave outlook on life. Born missing her right arm below the elbow, Anoushé is constantly breaking the mold and challenging her own potential – both physically and mentally. She’s is a competitive climber who shows up determined to make each day better than the last. She’s a cancer survivor battling multiple life-long chronic illnesses. This champion does the most miraculous things every single day. Tune in to hear about her journey and learn that it’s ability, not disability, that matters most. Detailed Show NotesSupport us on Patreon

Choosing A Joyful Life

As a positivity expert and life coach, Emily Klein helps women move through and release shame, fear, and unworthiness preventing them from living fully. After experiencing her own brave journey to find happiness, Emily encourages others to take ownership of their lives. Tune in to learn more about finding joy in the small moments and the impact we can have if we choose to live a joyful life. DETAILED SHOW NOTES SUPPORT US ON PATREONDONATE TO STILLBRAVE

Creating a Conscious Life

Harry Sherwood is a Holistic Health and Conscious Lifestyle Coach. He dedicates his life to helping others create conscious lives. After traveling the world, living with Yogis, monks, and martial arts masters, Harry teaches people how to create lasting health and powerful change in their lives. Tune in this week as Harry shows us the power in getting to know ourselves and the impact in putting that energy out into the world in an intentional way. Detailed Show NotesSupport us on Patreon