A Thousand Tiny Steps

Barb Higgins
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This podcast is for people who want to experience personal growth. Finding joy in tragic moments is a difficult task, but by listening to the stories of an ordinary woman who goes through extraordinary experiences, you can learn how to get through anything. Hear stories from Barb Higgins, the woman who had a baby at 57, lost her daughter to a brain tumor, dealt with addiction, and so much more. Inside each episode, Barb shares a story from her life and how she got through each tough experience. From lessons learned to how she took her self-care to another level, Barb pulls you into her world of inspiring circumstances and leaves you wondering, how does she do it?

  1. 1日前

    Bill Luti's Race in Concord

    Coach Luti changed my life from the second I said, "I'm gonna be a star!" He saw me as a teenager to an adult and no matter what I went through in life, he always treated me the same. I've directed the race in his name for 30 years. Before I started doing it my life was very standard, but after I started? Not much. It's shown me the full circle of life.  Key Takeaways:    [0:00] First day of my theater camp  [00:38] I've been the director of the Bill Luti Race for 30 years  [2:35] We should honor the living, not just the dead [3:53] The 50th race was the year after Molly died and it was hell  [6:24] 30 years ago - so much has changed it's crazy  [9:09] I didn't want to be the teacher in the same job for years, but I also do want that [11:34] My memories of Silk Farm Road, coaches family, and owning his house [15:17] Before directing the race my life followed the script, but it didn't after  [16:21] I'm not ready to retire [17:37] Changing the podcast - and my life  Resources:   The Bill Luti Race Connect with Barb:   Leave me a message   Website   Facebook    Instagram   YouTube   The Molly B Foundation

  2. 7月21日

    After Molly: Heaven and Belief

    After Molly died, I absolutely believed in heaven. If I didn't then it would mean Molly ended up nowhere and I can't cope with that possibility. It's also because I have seen so many amazing mediums who gave me such accurate details I know it couldn't possibly be fake. Knowing what I know now, I have a different perspective on dying, from beauty and joy in tragedy, and what unconditional love looks like.  Key Takeaways:    [0:00] I went to a funeral for a previous runners mom  [1:51] I believe in Heaven after Molly died  [3:18] God is always present and in control  [4:05] Divine love is unconditional and vast  [4:45] Heaven is a real place [5:20] Beauty blossoms from loss  [5:55] There is no fear in death  [6:28] Choosing absolute trust  [7:05] Finding joy in the everyday  [8:29] It's easier to see unconditional love with hindsight  [9:37] The beauty I've gotten from death is finding the amazing things about others  [10:47] Molly isn't afraid in heaven  [11:44] I don't know how I feel about finding silver linings  [13:13] Read the book - and my book  [14:02] Seeing Gracie again in France soon    Resources:   Seven Lessons From Heaven book  Connect with Barb:   Leave me a message   Website   Facebook    Instagram   YouTube   The Molly B Foundation

  3. 7月14日

    The Price of Settling

    I've been thinking about justice - and how Molly will never get it. I settled the lawsuit and took money and I wonder if that's a mistake. If I hadn't taken it I could tell so many stories about people's characters and that's its own kind of justice. It's a balancing act: I now have money to help others, but I can never reveal the full truth.  Key Takeaways:    [0:00] What is justice and does it exist? [4:09] Reading my book about the justice we had for Molly  [13:06] What wasn't in the book: my drug use and how aggressive the lawsuit was  [15:00] I befriend a lot of people with narcissistic tendencies  [16:52] My deposition experience painted me as a bad mother  [19:02] Doctors thought Molly faked it - it's in the medical notes  [20:36] I have to live with the fact that Molly may never get justice  [21:14] The lawsuit just felt like a game of who could make the other person look worse [23:25] Your house is on fire - do firefighters ask what you could've done better?  [24:18] The fire analogy in my book  [26:24] They really harped on my addiction during the deposition  [28:31] I hate the money I received  [31:03] Focusing on the medical reality of Molly for the Foundation  [32:34] I feel reluctant to pick a side  Connect with Barb:   Leave me a message   Website   Facebook    Instagram   YouTube   The Molly B Foundation

  4. 7月7日

    Generation Jones: Caught in the Middle

    As I contemplate my life, I realize some aspects haven't really changed at all. That as much as I embrace things like using my phone to schedule things or text, I still cling on to the nostalgia from my childhood. Writing letters, having homemade food, and bopping along to the Styx and ABBA. In this episode, I look at how my childhood changed rapidly as I'm sandwiched between Boomers and Gen X-ers.  Key Takeaways:    [0:00] Music from the 70s is still popular today  [1:54] The jokes surrounding "okay, boomer" [3:58] Good habits from baby boomers: keeping commitments  [4:47] Growing your own food and living within your means  [6:08] Writing on paper and repairing before replacing  [7:17] I don't get enough sleep and working on long-term goals [8:51] I hate toxic gratitude and think people need to talk offline more  [9:51] There's a TV in almost every room of our house  [10:42] There's no quick fixes in life  [11:27] Handwriting letters should make a comeback  [12:20] Losing the art of cooking from scratch  [13:03] Boomer bands that are still popular now  [15:13] Boomers that are still touring in concert  [17:33] The cute box next door bought me a Styx album [18:35] Figuring out I'm Generation Jones  [19:26] My childhood went from eating dinner at the table to whatever was left  [19:49] Missing out on the prosperous wealth our parents had  [20:26] I went from an analog life to a digital one so quickly  [21:25] Buying on impulse, struggling to accumulate wealth, and ageism at work  [23:33] Having to care for my aging mother, my children, and myself  [23:55] I'm grateful to have grown up with more information than previous generations  [25:02] The music I listen to now isn't new   Resources:   Lady Justice and the Sisterhood of the Crones book Connect with Barb:   Leave me a message   Website   Facebook    Instagram   YouTube   The Molly B Foundation

  5. 6月30日

    You Have A Reason to Celebrate

    My friend is having to relearn how to walk and it's frustrating to him, but he's making little bits of progress every day and he should celebrate that. You should too. So often we only celebrate the big wins, the things that we deem worthy of celebrating. But in reality, everything is worth celebrating because you are inherently worthy as a human being that exists.  Key Takeaways:    [0:51] June is a month of new beginnings  [2:13] Children's awareness month and pride month [3:05] African American Music, the zoo, and why do people think eggs are dairy? [4:09] Men's Health, Alzheimer's, and Aphasia Awareness month [5:41] Balloons, surfing, and why is our medical system like this?  [6:34] Fostering animals and getting them microchipped  [8:05] Country and soul cooking with a side of steak  [8:47] The outdoors, rivers, potty training, and the ocean  [9:38] Skin cancer and my experience  [10:30] Viruses, marketing this podcast, and infertility  [12:08] People argue because they misunderstood, not because they disagree  [12:43] Bad drivers, sports for kids, and aging without apology  [14:15] Autoimmune disorders, migraines, and scoliosis  [15:22] Alcoholism in pharmacists  [15:59] Black Lives Matter, frozen treats, and gardening  [16:39] Cross-breeding fruits and camping  [17:46] PTSD Awareness month and audiobooks (you can buy mine) [18:40] My friend is struggling, but he's making more progress than he realizes  [21:26] I'm angry, I complain, and I don't change the things that I'm angry about  [21:55] Track camp, musical theatre camp, and run for Molly    Resources:   OK Yup Podcast  Video of Me Breaking 5 Minutes! Connect with Barb:   Leave me a message   Website   Facebook    Instagram   YouTube   The Molly B Foundation

  6. 6月23日

    I Broke 5 Minutes in the Mile. Then I Watched the Tape.

    I broke 5 minutes in the mile - and it's not how I remember it. Memory is such a crazy thing that changes over time. We amplify some parts of our memory and dull others to fit the image we want to see. That's what I did, but I have it on video to compare to my memory and it's wild to see. Video is linked here and it's helpful to watch to follow along with this episode! Key Takeaways:    [0:00] Your memories change over time  [2:11] Watching the video of me breaking 5 minutes in the mile  [3:40] Going from asthmatic to realizing my potential  [4:34] Finding out women couldn't get track scholarships  [5:42] The backlash from Title IX  [8:32] The first lap was how I remember, but the second… [10:34] Going head to head and winning  [12:54] I never realized Kathy had a whole crowd cheering for her  [14:26] Girls track teams were small, but they didn't have opportunities before this [18:00] More girls than boys do track now  [20:41] Girls support each other in sports - even as competitors  [21:56] Certain girls got overshadowed by champions  [23:28] I would love to have an episode with the women in this race    Resources:   Video of Me Breaking 5 Minutes! Connect with Barb:   Leave me a message   Website   Facebook    Instagram   YouTube   The Molly B Foundation

  7. 6月16日

    My Interview on The Human Experience

    I feel like everywhere I look now I see instances of secret keeping, of being told to be quiet, of lying for others. So when I listened to a podcast episode where a woman's entire life she was told to keep a secret inside of her? That hit my soul. Which is also why I was so delighted when Jennifer chatted with me and got into how it impacts a person when they're constantly told to be quiet.  Key Takeaways:    [0:00] The podcast that is all about keeping secrets  [6:33] My interview on The Human Experience Resources:   Family Secrets Podcast The Human Experience Connect with Barb:   Leave me a message   Website   Facebook    Instagram   YouTube   The Molly B Foundation

  8. 6月9日

    Running Taught Me to Love My Body

    Running was a part of my life for years and then… it was gone. I've had to rebuild my life piece by piece and in the process I've realized I need to get back into running. It's the sport that taught me to love my body and more importantly gave me a community that understood the struggles and triumphs of running.    Key Takeaways:    [3:11] Running allowed me to love my body  [5:11] The sexual abuse that's prevelant to elite athletes [7:42] Being isolated from the running community [10:57] Thinking back to why I didn't fight for myself  [12:55] Running is still painful for me, but I want it to be a bigger part of my life  [16:46] If you're a past runner of mine, please message me  [17:55] I've been really successful at coaching and want to continue  [22:04] I'm re-establishing a 5K Resources:   The Silence of Great Distance  Connect with Barb:   Leave me a message   Website   Facebook    Instagram   YouTube   The Molly B Foundation

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This podcast is for people who want to experience personal growth. Finding joy in tragic moments is a difficult task, but by listening to the stories of an ordinary woman who goes through extraordinary experiences, you can learn how to get through anything. Hear stories from Barb Higgins, the woman who had a baby at 57, lost her daughter to a brain tumor, dealt with addiction, and so much more. Inside each episode, Barb shares a story from her life and how she got through each tough experience. From lessons learned to how she took her self-care to another level, Barb pulls you into her world of inspiring circumstances and leaves you wondering, how does she do it?

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  • 創作者
    Barb Higgins
  • 活躍年份
    2021年 - 2026年
  • 單集
    257
  • 分級
    兒童不宜
  • 版權
    © 2023
  • 節目網站
    A Thousand Tiny Steps