It's human to have regrets. Maria Gallucci explores being more intentional. Sometimes we think people want us to be heroes. But inside, we just want to disappear. That internal conflict is real. Should you have done more? Subscribe to The Life Shift Podcast on your favorite podcast app or visit…
Actions have consequences—and some outcomes can't be predicted. How does one cope with unintended effects? Accepting the unexpected and navigating the aftermath. Subscribe to The Life Shift Podcast on your favorite podcast app or visit www.thelifeshiftpodcast.com #RippleEffect #Consequences #EmotionalWellbeing #LifeLessons
Maria Gallucci shares a story from kindergarten, realizing her family was different in a good way. It was the day she understood the value of knowing English and sign language. Subscribe to The Life Shift Podcast on your favorite podcast app or visit www.thelifeshiftpodcast.com #LifeShift #DeafCulture #SignLanguage #Inspiration
Cheryl almost ran away with a stranger. He had a warrant. He was going to travel. For a moment, she considered it. But she said no. She knew she had to face her problems. She's so thankful she did. Subscribe to The Life Shift Podcast on your favorite podcast app…
Maria Gallucci shares a powerful reminder: Tell your children "I love you" every single time you talk. Because you never know when someone is gone. Let everyone feel special. Subscribe to The Life Shift Podcast on your favorite podcast app or visit www.thelifeshiftpodcast.com #ParentingTips #LoveYourKids #LifeLessons #MariaGallucci
A driver loses control on a curve. The car skids, slamming into a pole. Waking up dazed, she sees her friend slumped over. "Wake up! We gotta get out!" He wasn't moving, but at least he was breathing. Subscribe to The Life Shift Podcast on your favorite podcast app or…
Growing up as a CODA (Child of Deaf Adults), Maria wanted to bridge the gap between the hearing and Deaf communities. We're not different just because we communicate in ASL. It's about inclusivity, care, and compassion. The book shares tips and tricks for understanding this unique way of living. Subscribe…
She shares her journey of shifting from self-doubt to self-acceptance. Discovering inner value through mindful practices instead of avoiding therapy. It's a story of hope and transformation. Subscribe to The Life Shift Podcast on your favorite podcast app or visit www.thelifeshiftpodcast.com #SelfWorth #Mindfulness #PersonalGrowth #InnerPeace
Exclusion often stems from discomfort, not dislike. People avoid what they don't understand. It's okay to try and connect. Communication bridges gaps, regardless of background. Just try! Subscribe to The Life Shift Podcast on your favorite podcast app or visit www.thelifeshiftpodcast.com #Inclusion #ComfortZone #Communication #MariaGallucci
This explores one woman's emotional experience after an accident. Initial reactions include blame, shock, and a feeling of losing herself. Subscribe to The Life Shift Podcast on your favorite podcast app or visit www.thelifeshiftpodcast.com #EmotionalJourney #AccidentRecovery #SelfDiscovery #CherylWilder
Sharing stories of grief can help others feel less alone. Maria Gallucci reminds us that everyone grieves differently, and it's okay to feel your feelings. Trust that things will be okay, even when they don't feel like it. Subscribe to The Life Shift Podcast on your favorite podcast app or…
A woman's friend offers her a ride, and she initially declines. This exchange highlights the importance of respecting personal boundaries and the power of a simple, polite refusal. Subscribe to The Life Shift Podcast on your favorite podcast app or visit www.thelifeshiftpodcast.com #Boundaries #Friendship #Respect #Communication
Maria remembers calling the doctor from home, still processing her mom's diagnosis. She needed clear answers about what was happening and how long her mom had to live. Subscribe to The Life Shift Podcast on your favorite podcast app or visit www.thelifeshiftpodcast.com #Diagnosis #Family #Podcast #TheLifeShiftPodcast
This clip dives into making a pivotal choice. What comes after? The ripple effect, the emotional path. Every decision matters. Subscribe to The Life Shift Podcast on your favorite podcast app or visit www.thelifeshiftpodcast.com #Choice #Consequences #EmotionalJourney #CherylWilder
For years I didn’t slow down long enough to reflect. The Life Shift Podcast changed that, and it’s what inspired The Life Shift Journal. Here’s a peek inside the first 34 of 109 pages. 12 weeks of daily reflection prompts. A rhythm that repeats: awareness, letting go, connection, becoming. Print:…
Maria's mom invited her to the mall. She said no, too busy. That was their last chance to go together. She always wonders what could have been different. Subscribe to The Life Shift Podcast on your favorite podcast app or visit www.thelifeshiftpodcast.com #Regret #LifeLessons #FamilyTime #Podcast
This video explores moral injury. It's a struggle to accept actions and their consequences, even when unintentional. Learn how to heal from this invisible wound. Subscribe to The Life Shift Podcast on your favorite podcast app or visit www.thelifeshiftpodcast.com #MoralInjury #MentalHealth #SelfHealing #CherylWilder
The doctor's face said it all. She broke the news: terminal cancer. Then, the hardest moment: delivering the devastating news. Life changed in an instant. Subscribe to The Life Shift Podcast on your favorite podcast app or visit www.thelifeshiftpodcast.com #CancerJourney #Grief #LifeShift #MariaGallucci
Cheryl recalls the night she drove under the influence. Her friend was critically injured. He spent months in a coma, suffering a stroke, and had to relearn everything. Subscribe to The Life Shift Podcast on your favorite podcast app or visit www.thelifeshiftpodcast.com #DUI #LifeChanging #PersonalStory #Recovery
Maria’s book is called Raised in Silence. But her story is anything but quiet. She speaks about belonging, regret, and resilience with an openness that feels rare. She carries memories that are heavy and still chooses compassion. For me, the takeaway is that we do not need to be perfect…
Maria shares her experience growing up with deaf parents and how it shaped her worldview. She felt protective of her mom when others stared or didn't know how to communicate. Learning sign language opened doors to understanding and empathy. Subscribe to The Life Shift Podcast on your favorite podcast app…
What happens when one choice alters the course of your life? At 20 years old, Cheryl Wilder made a decision that led to a devastating accident and decades of shame, guilt, and self-questioning. For years, she carried the weight of what she now calls moral injury, unsure if she even…
What happens when you grow up interpreting the world for your parents while carrying grief of your own? Maria Gallucci knows that experience well. As a child of deaf adults, she learned early how isolating life could feel for her parents and how small acts of inclusion could change everything.…
Sharing stories reveals just how much we have in common. Even wildly different experiences connect us through shared feelings and understanding. The human thread unites us. Subscribe to The Life Shift Podcast on your favorite podcast app or visit www.thelifeshiftpodcast.com #storytelling #universaltruth #humanconnection
