Personal Stories Archives - Resilient Stories

A photo of Jim Kaveney's book "Unlimited Heart" which is a story of resilience and bouncing back stronger from life's challenges.

The Truth About Resilience: More Than Just Bouncing Back

April 28, 2025 Guest Contributor 134 Views

By: Jim Kaveney Resilience is often misunderstood. We hear phrases like “water off a duck’s back,” implying that true strength

A photo of Mehmet in Iraq before the start of his immigrant experience.

Looney Tunes, War Zones, and the Immigrant Experience

April 16, 2025 Guest Contributor 134 Views

When we talk about the immigrant experience, we often start with the moment someone steps off the plane. However, the

An image of Steve Larsen's son Eric at 17 months old for the article about lessons in loss.

Lessons in Loss From Family Both Lost and Found

April 14, 2025 Guest Contributor 152 Views

Lessons in Loss (Trigger Warning/Child Loss): By Steve Larsen The devastating loss of a young son and the joyful discovery

A photo of Josie's ultrasound from the baby she miscarried.

Josie’s Miscarriage Story: Finding Strength Through Loss

February 10, 2025 Danielle Dahl 244 Views

Pregnancy is often described as one of life’s most joyous milestones. However, for Josie, it became a journey of navigating

A photo of the Temazcal hut on the Xinalani resort.

My Temazcal Experience: A Journey Through the Elements

January 24, 2025 Danielle Dahl 248 Views

Many temazcal ceremonies are practiced across different cultures, emphasizing their widespread significance. My journey with the temazcal experience was raw,

A photo of Lisa Jo Barr as a child with the words "A Recovery Story" over her head and then the title of the article underneath the photo of her.

A Recovery Story: Lisa Jo’s Story of Forgiveness and Redemption

January 10, 2025 Danielle Dahl 392 Views

Lisa Jo Barr’s recovery story is a tapestry woven with pain, resilience, and the transformative power of faith. In her