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Welcome to Season 2 Episode 7 of That Really Happened. Today we are talking with my friend Kimberly Bressler. We launched this episode on March 12, 2021 in honor of her mother who lost her life two years ago. 
If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health, do not hesitate to reach out for support. It doesn't mean you are failing. It doesn't mean you're not strong. There are many resources to help you navigate difficult emotions and you can find important numbers here at opencounseling.com/hotlines ..... National Suicide Hotline 800-273-8255

Today we hear from special guest, Sam Volrie Jr who of Foralina.com after the tragic passing of his love, Maria Corona. Follow along with his journey on the website or Instagram @styleandmoves. For statistics about maternal morbidity rates in the United States, you can search CDC.gov. For resources regarding maternal health. you can follow @4kira4moms #momnibus @abide_women and @wearerobyn

Scott Smith is a creative evangelist, spoken word artist, and champion of others. He founded Ripe Creatives 501(c)3 in 2019. Learn how his non-profit thrived in 2020 and how he’s paving a new way for Christian creatives in Philadelphia. Learn more at ripecreatives.com or Instagram @ripecreatives @scott7smith

I got to have someone I admire AND get to call my friend on for the last episode of 2020. Join this conversation with Larissa Murphy, co-author of Eight Twenty Eight: When Love Didn't Give Up.  We get into the harsh reality of putting your story in print and what she and Ian are up to now. 

Today our special guest is Tawnee Leonardo. I met Tawnee about 7 years ago in college and it's been so fun to see her walk out her dreams on social media during the past couple years. If you're a fan of American Ninja Warrior, you may recognize her from Season 9 and 10. Today we get to talk about some of her ninja experience, but also hear about a surprise that changed her life after her run on Season 11.

Today’s episode is with special guest Janice Dietrich. She shares with us her mental health journey and what it was like to reach out for help. I love her honesty and insight into what that season was really like. If you want to follow along with her journey, head over to Instagram @potentionaltothrive.