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Donna Y Ferris @donnayferris.bsky.social · 17h

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Donna Y Ferris @donnayferris.bsky.social · 9d

One of my favorite moments from this week’s podcast with Agapi Stassinopoulos about building our portable paradise.

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Donna Y Ferris @donnayferris.bsky.social · 12d

“Build your portable paradise — that inner spa where you can return to peace no matter what happens around you.”

This conversation with Agapi Stassinopoulos is for anyone seeking more peace, gratitude, and resilience (which means it’s for all of us).

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Donna Y Ferris @donnayferris.bsky.social · 16d

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Donna Y Ferris @donnayferris.bsky.social · 21d

A favorite moment from this week’s podcast with Cindy Ross and Todd Gladfelter.

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#Minimalism #SimpleLiving #BounceBackStronger #MindfulLiving #DebtFreeLiving #CindyRoss #IntentionalLiving #FinancialFreedom

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Donna Y Ferris @donnayferris.bsky.social · 23d

What if the secret to a happier, freer life isn’t earning more—but needing less?

This week, adventurers and authors Cindy Ross and Todd Gladfelter share how they built a meaningful, debt-free life rooted in simplicity, nature, and gratitude.

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Donna Y Ferris @donnayferris.bsky.social · Sep 20

One of my favorite moments from this week’s podcast with Kim Adrian.

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#choicesmatter #selfempowered #agency #memoir

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Donna Y Ferris @donnayferris.bsky.social · Sep 17

“Over my mother, I chose my grandmother. Over emotion, I chose self-control. I chose choice itself.”

In this episode of Bounce Back Stronger, I talk with Kim Adrian about reclaiming agency through writing.

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Donna Y Ferris @donnayferris.bsky.social · Sep 5

One of my favorite moments from this week’s podcast with award-winning children’s author Peggy Moss.

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Donna Y Ferris @donnayferris.bsky.social · Sep 2

“Are you a bully, a bystander, or a target?”

In this episode of Bounce Back Stronger, I sit down with Peggy Moss—former Maine Asst. Attorney General, Assoc. Director of the Center for the Prevention of Hate Violence, and author of “Say Something”

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Donna Y Ferris @donnayferris.bsky.social · Aug 25

One of my favorite moments from this week’s podcast with penguin (and sea turtle) whisperer Dr. Claire McManus. Link: donnayferris.com/penguins-tur...

Donna Y Ferris @donnayferris.bsky.social · Aug 19

Need a dose of pure joy?

This week I chat with internationally recognized Dr. Claire McManus—a healer whose patients range from people to penguins.

This feel-good conversation is a happy alternative to today’s news.

Hope you will take a listen:

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Donna Y Ferris @donnayferris.bsky.social · Aug 9

In this best-of-episode from 2023, I sit down with mindfulness pioneer Sharon Salzberg to explore why choosing happiness is one of the most revolutionary acts we can take in today's chaotic
world.

Joy isn't frivolous — it's radical.

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Donna Y Ferris @donnayferris.bsky.social · Jul 3

She is amazing. You are too!

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Donna Y Ferris @donnayferris.bsky.social · Jun 30

One of my favorite moments from this week’s podcast “Raising Awareness and Hope: A Trans Parent Conversation” with Andrea Rashbaum and Maureen Ross Gemme.

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#transgenderrights #lgbtqia #PrideMonth

Donna Y Ferris @donnayferris.bsky.social · Jun 26

Curious about how to support transgender rights and the LGBTQ+ community? On this episode, I speak with two inspiring mothers and advocates.

Together, we share stories about raising transgender children, garnering insights that resonate with any parent.

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Donna Y Ferris @donnayferris.bsky.social · Jun 22

Sharing again

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Donna Y Ferris @donnayferris.bsky.social · Jun 20

One of my favorite moments from “Staying Informed without Losing Your Mind” with Aruni Nan Futuronsky

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Donna Y Ferris @donnayferris.bsky.social · Jun 18

” I need to know what’s happening. I can’t not know. But I can’t over know. It cannot take over my day.”

I don’t know about you, but I really needed on how to stay grounded even when the world feels largely unmoored.

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Donna Y Ferris @donnayferris.bsky.social · Jun 9

“It only took me two tries to undo the rental car’s parking brake at 5:05 AM—an early morning triumph.

I rolled the vehicle down the dizzying, windy roads of Pittsburgh…”

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Donna Y Ferris @donnayferris.bsky.social · Jun 4

One of my favorite moments from this week’s podcast.

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Donna Y Ferris @donnayferris.bsky.social · Jun 1

“I look at pictures of my child when he was young, and I remember his young, innocent light, and he’s still in there.”

In this heartfelt episode, I catch up with Shelley Karpaty about parenting kids with mental health challenges.

A must listen.

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Donna Y Ferris @donnayferris.bsky.social · May 30

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Donna Y Ferris @donnayferris.bsky.social · May 27

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Donna Y Ferris @donnayferris.bsky.social · May 25

“Life isn’t meant to be endured—it’s meant to be enjoyed.”

This podcast episode, offers a centering practice including:

-Breathwork to reduce stress
-Powerful affirmations like “I am safe” and
-Tips to detach from digital overload

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