Showing results for "transformations" in Biographies & Memoirs

Once described by Mao Zedong as a "needle inside a ball of cotton", Deng was the pragmatic yet disciplined driving force behind China's radical transformation in the late 20th century. He confronted the damage wrought by the Cultural Revolution, dissolved Mao's cult of personality, and loosened the policies that had stunted China's growth. Obsessed with modernization, Deng opened trade relations with the West, which lifted hundreds of millions out of poverty. Yet he also answered to his authoritarian roots, most notably when he ordered the crackdown in 1989 at Tiananmen Square.

Life is messy: no matter how we try to control our lives, unpredictable and difficult things happen to us all. Disappointment, heartbreak and anxiety are painful. But in this powerful, immersive audio experience, Mary Hoang reveals the hidden gold that lies in your darkness, showing you how exploring your shadows can give you a new sense of direction for the future. Does anxiety rule you? Do you sometimes feel like you’re not doing this whole life thing right? Do you find it hard to understand what self-love and self-worth really mean?

As a Stanford grad in the midst of getting her PhD in psychology, Sadhvi Sarawati was comfortable with her life. Despite years of grappling with an eating disorder and trauma from her early childhood, she felt as if she was successfully navigating her way through early adulthood. When she agreed to travel to India to appease her husband - and because she loved the food - Sadhvi would have never imagined that she would be embarking on a journey of healing and awakening.

Known for his magnetic and radiant personality, Frank spends his time training thousands of clinicians around the world on how to help clients with complex trauma make sense of their suffering. But underneath this charismatic exterior are his dark family secrets, including the marks of child abuse from his father and the invisible scars of shame.

Racing Against Time is the inspiring true story of Jeff Weiss's incredible transformation in midlife. At 48 years old, out of shape and searching for new purpose, Weiss took on his first 10K—an event that would spark a profound personal evolution. What began as a simple challenge soon turned into an extraordinary journey of endurance, perseverance, and self-discovery. Within a decade, he pushed beyond perceived limits, becoming an Ironman and ultramarathoner, proving that age is no barrier to strength and ambition.

It started like a fairy tale. He was Prince Charming. At first. The abuse came later, when he thought he owned her. It started with verbal attacks. She had done something wrong, he screamed. She couldn't do anything right, it seemed. Other days, Prince Charming was back. One day he raped her. On two occasions he tried to kill her. She survived. She went on a quest to heal, to understand, to gather the pieces of the puzzle, to make whole.

Sexual abuse, human trafficking, drug addiction, rape, prison, and domestic violence - Barbara Amaya experienced it all on first on the streets of Washington D.C., and then New York City, most of it before her 16th birthday. In Nobody's Girl she shares her journey from trafficking victim to human rights advocate, weaving together a story of loss, pain, courage, and transformation.

Unmeasured Strength is a survivor's awe-inspiring story of how Lauren Manning overcame tragedy and re-created herself as a wife, mother, and woman She was a hardworking business woman, had a loving husband and an infant son, and a confidence born of intelligence and beauty. But on September 11...

“Thursday morning. One hundred pounds overweight, no man in sight, and rounding the bend to 57 years old—a full-blown catastrophe.” What happens when you realize you’ve had the career of your dreams, but you don’t have the life of your dreams? This was the stark reality facing Sheri...

This podcast details the experiences of medium, psychic, tarot reader, spirit photographer and activist Kaolin. Produced in collaboration with Northampton Open Media.

Dive into the vibrant journeys of Javette and Shayla, as they navigate the complexities of personal growth and transformation. In each episode of The Transformation Effect, we share raw, real, and relatable stories that celebrate resilience, strength, and the beauty of self-discovery. From overcoming adversity to embracing change, join us as we explore how our personal evolutions shape our lives, identities, and futures. Tune in for heartfelt conversations, unfiltered truths, and a powerful reminder that growth is a journey, not a destination.

Welcome to The Transformation Academy Podcast — where confidence is built, identity is strengthened, and your life gets redesigned from the inside out.This show is for people who are tired of feeling stuck, tired of holding themselves back, and ready to step into a stronger, more capable version of who they know they can become. Whether you’re a high-stress professional, a leader, a parent, an entrepreneur, or someone rebuilding after a tough season, this podcast gives you the tools to transform the way you think, feel, act, and live.Hosted by Adam Henson — resilience coach, ...

Have you ever woken up one day only to discover that you have been trapped in a web of toxic relationships?Were you afraid to let go, wondering if you’d ever find a happy healthy loving relationship ? Were you feeling sad, stuck, and lonely wondering if there were any “good ones” left out there ?If you’re ready to move on and put those toxic relationships in the rearview mirror and move towards creating a life you love whether you’re happily single or in a lifelong loving relationship. Don’t let toxic love define your future any longer. Tune in to “Toxic Love Transformation” ...

When we share with one another through raw conversations and reflection, we can learn how to better manage the challenges and transitions in our lives. KeAnna and Bridget interview women who are willing to vulnerably share their experiences with healing and mental health. The hosts then reflect on what they learned from the interview. Each episode provides tips and best practices for tackling the real challenges that are a part of all of our lives.

Dive into the fascinating world of personal journeys and identity exploration. Each episode features intimate conversations with individuals who have undergone significant transformations—whether through career changes, cultural shifts, or personal revelations. Discover the stories behind the labels and what it truly means to reinvent oneself in today’s ever-evolving world.

Why has John Quincy Adams been largely written out of American history when he is, in fact, our lost Founding Father? Overshadowed by both his brilliant father and the brash and bold Andrew Jackson, John Quincy Adams has long been dismissed as hyper-intellectual. Viciously assailed by Jackson and his populist mobs for being both slippery and effete, Adams nevertheless recovered from the malodorous 1828 presidential election to lead the nation as a lonely Massachusetts congressman in the fight against slavery.

In her unforgettable journey of overcoming the loss of her son, divorce, and near-bankruptcy, popular health and transformation expert Danette May unlocked her soul's true calling in order to manifest the fullest expression of herself. May discovers the power of radical truth telling, self-love...

In the late 1970s, Jerry Wennstrom was a rising star in the New York art world when he decided that the ultimate creative leap was to destroy his large body of art, give away all of his possessions, and spend the next 10 years wandering, seeking, and listening. "It was a powerful, holy experience that left me shaken and empty, but exhilarated," says Jerry of the destruction of his art.

What happens when the unthinkable becomes your reality? In The Mother of All Memoirs–Crystal’s Butterfly Effect, Vickie Menendez shares her raw and courageous journey through devastating loss, deep healing, and the quiet miracles that followed.

ELLECHEMY is raw, unapologetic, and cuts straight through the noise. Hosted by Elle Fisher, this podcast isn’t afraid to strip away the polished masks, dive into the shadows, and call out the sacred truths most people shy away from. Expect unfiltered storytelling, taboo-busting conversations, and deep dives into the messy, beautiful chaos of self-discovery. She tells it like it is—edgy, honest, and with a dose of rebellious wisdom. Raw truth. Real talk. Radical growth. So if you’re done with surface-level spirituality and ready to ignite your own holy f*cking transformation, hit ...