Welcome back to When Not Yet Becomes Right Now, the podcast where we dive deep into the moments of transformation and explore how hesitation shifts into action, igniting growth and healing. Our host, Jen Ginty, understands these pivotal moments deeply, having created this space to share stories of resilience and connection, ensuring listeners feel less alone in their journeys.
In a powerful new episode, Jen speaks with Dr. Gloria Vanderhorst, who shares her truly inspiring journey of overcoming significant challenges. Gloria's story is a testament to the human spirit's capacity for resilience, beginning with her early life marked by being born with spina bifida and later facing other life-altering circumstances. Her experience highlights how transformation can indeed begin with a pivotal moment.
Throughout their conversation, Gloria emphasizes several crucial themes:
•Emotional intelligence is crucial from birth. This insight underscores the importance of understanding and managing emotions from the earliest stages of life.
•Education and personal growth are lifelong pursuits . Gloria's journey exemplifies that learning and self-improvement are continuous processes, essential for navigating life's complexities.
•Motherhood was a journey against medical expectations. This deeply personal aspect of her story showcases her incredible determination and the power of persistence.
•Working with boys and fathers reveals deep emotional needs. Gloria's professional work sheds light on often-unaddressed emotional aspects within these groups, reinforcing the podcast's commitment to exploring diverse healing journeys.
•Overcoming adversity can lead to greater focus and passion. This takeaway resonates strongly with the podcast's core message that challenges, like Jen's own journey with Complex PTSD and Major Depressive Disorder, can be transformed into sources of strength and purpose.
Dr. Vanderhorst’s episode delves into many facets of her life, offering listeners rich insights into her resilience. You'll hear about:
Defying the Odds: Gloria's Journey Begins [00:00]
Education and Motherhood: Breaking Barriers [13:20]
The Power of Persistence: Finding the Right Support [18:38]
Understanding Emotional Expression in Boys [22:42]
Resilience Through Adversity: Gloria's Accident and Recovery [28:50]
The Birth of a Book: Read, Reflect, Respond [31:30]
Advice for Overcoming Limitations: Keep Going [35:30]
Gloria also introduces her book, 'Read, Reflect, Respond,' which aims to guide readers through personal growth and transformation [new source]. This resource perfectly aligns with the podcast's goal of providing encouragement, advice, and resources for facing tough things that may have been put off.
Resources Mentioned:
Gloria’s Book https://a.co/d/hzg7l10
Gloria’s Substack https://gloriavanderhorstphd.substack.com/
Connect with Dr. Gloria Vanderhorst:
Jen created When Not Yet Becomes Right Now because she realized her story of pushing away trauma was just one journey among countless others, and she wanted to give those stories a platform. Guests like Dr. Gloria Vanderhorst exemplify the "right now" moments when individuals embrace their healing journeys and move forward, even when it feels like a leap.
Whether you're searching for that spark in your own life or just curious about how change unfolds for others, you're in the right place. Listen to Dr. Gloria Vanderhorst’s full episode on When Not Yet Becomes Right Now to be inspired by her courage and gain valuable insights into resilience, emotional expression, and the importance of continuing to push through obstacles.
You can find the episode on your favorite podcast player, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube Channel, iHeartRadio, and Podchaser.
