Flourishing After Adversity

Laura Mangum Broome

If you've experienced grief, illness, loss, or life-altering setbacks—and you're ready to reclaim your joy—this podcast is for you. Hosted by Laura Mangum Broome, Resilience Coach and author of Flourishing After Adversity, this weekly show is your go-to resource for overcoming life’s toughest challenges with hope, courage, and clarity. Each episode dives into real-life strategies for emotional healing, building resilience, managing mindset, navigating unexpected change, and rediscovering your strength after adversity.  Whether you're facing the aftermath of divorce, struggling to move forward after loss, or starting over later in life, you’ll find practical tools and encouragement to help you grow—not just go—through what you’ve been through. If you're searching for inspiration, resilience coaching tips, or mental health support for difficult seasons, hit play and start flourishing after adversity. You've got this!

  1. DEC 17

    S1:E32 How to Cope With Grief and Find Hope During the Holidays

    S1:E32 Finding Hope in the Holidays: Navigating Grief and Growth In this episode of the Flourishing After Adversity podcast, host Laura Mangum Broome offers guidance for those facing the holidays with a heavy heart due to grief, loss, or changes. Laura shares personal anecdotes and practical advice on how to find balance and hope during this emotionally challenging season.  Key topics include practicing micro-gratitude, evolving holiday traditions, and redefining participation in holiday activities to honor one's current emotional state. The episode also highlights a free resource, ‘Reframe the Spiral: Five Quick Coping Strategies to Shift Negative Thoughts and Reclaim Your Day,’ available in the show notes. 00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Episode 00:42 Facing the Holidays with a Heavy Heart 01:14 Resource for Coping with Negative Thoughts 01:46 Understanding the Emotional Weight of the Holidays 02:22 Personal Story of Grief During the Holidays 03:31 Micro-Gratitude: Finding Small Comforts 04:48 Evolving Traditions After Loss 06:34 Choosing How to Participate in the Holidays 07:37 Recap and Final Thoughts 08:36 Conclusion and Call to Action Free Resource: Reframe the Spiral: 5 Quick Coping Strategies to Shift Negative Thoughts and Reclaim Your Day https://www.icope2hope.com/reframe iCope2Hope 3-Step Resilience Framework: https://bit.ly/FrameworkRoadmap Website: iCope2Hope: From Hardship to Hope https://www.icope2hope.com Move Beyond Adversity Blog:  https://www.icope2hope.com/blog Free Newsletter: Wednesday’s Resilient Recharge https://www.icope2hope.com/newsletter Schedule a free 15-minute Clarity Call with Laura: https://bit.ly/15mincallLMB

    9 min
  2. DEC 10

    S1:E31 How to Rebuild After Divorce: 5 Mindset Shifts to Heal, Grow and Thrive

    Rebuilding After Divorce: Five Mindset Shifts for Healing and Growth In this episode of the Flourishing After Adversity podcast, host Laura Mangum Broome, a resilience coach, author, and survivor, discusses how to rebuild your life after divorce through five transformative mindset shifts. Laura shares her personal journey and practical strategies to help listeners move from feeling lost and broken to discovering a new sense of purpose.  She emphasizes the importance of radical acceptance, recognizing gains amidst loss, allowing yourself to grow through the process, intentionally designing your new life, and rebuilding a supportive community.  Laura also offers a free guide to help manage negative thoughts and encourages listeners to subscribe for more episodes on overcoming setbacks and choosing growth over bitterness. 00:00 Introduction: Facing Unexpected Life Changes 00:21 Welcome to the Flourishing After Adversity Podcast 00:49 Rebuilding After Divorce: Five Mindset Shifts 01:24 Personal Story: Realizing the End of a Marriage 02:49 Mindset Shift 1: From 'Why Me' to 'What Now' 03:22 Mindset Shift 2: From 'I Lost Everything' to 'What Did I Gain' 03:46 Mindset Shift 3: From 'I Should Be Over This' to 'I'm Growing Through This' 04:20 Mindset Shift 4: From 'Who Am I Now' to 'Who Do I Want to Become' 04:51 Mindset Shift 5: From 'I'm Alone' to 'I'm Rebuilding My Community' 05:21 Navigating the Hard Days and Celebrating Small Wins 06:37 Recap and Final Thoughts 07:05 Closing Remarks and Call to Action Free Resource: Reframe the Spiral: 5 Quick Coping Strategies to Shift Negative Thoughts and Reclaim Your Day https://www.icope2hope.com/reframe iCope2Hope 3-Step Resilience Framework: https://bit.ly/FrameworkRoadmap Website: iCope2Hope: From Hardship to Hope https://www.icope2hope.com Move Beyond Adversity Blog:  https://www.icope2hope.com/blog Free Newsletter: Wednesday’s Resilient Recharge https://www.icope2hope.com/newsletter Schedule a free 15-minute Clarity Call with Laura: https://bit.ly/15mincallLMB

    8 min
  3. DEC 3

    S1:E30 Why Today is the Best Time to Build Resilience

    Building Resilience Before Life Gets Messy In this episode of the Flourishing After Adversity podcast, host Laura Mangum Broome discusses the importance of building resilience before life throws unexpected challenges your way. Laura explains the concept of preventive resilience and debunks the myths that keep people from preparing for adversity. She shares three powerful truths about why it's crucial to build resilience now, rather than waiting for a crisis to strike.  Listeners will gain insights from Laura's own experiences and those of her clients, learning how to develop a mindset and habits that can withstand life's inevitable shifts. The episode also offers practical strategies and steps that can be immediately implemented to start building stronger resilience today. 00:00 Introduction: Embrace Life's Shifts 00:17 Why Resilience Matters Now 00:27 Meet Your Host: Laura Mangum Broome 00:46 The Importance of Preventive Resilience 01:23 A Personal Story: The Hidden Tree Root 02:18 Top Reasons People Ignore Resilience 02:44 Reason 1: The Illusion of Calm 03:52 Reason 2: Postponing Resilience 05:00 Reason 3: Misplaced Strength 05:48 The Power of Preventive Resilience 06:12 Three Reasons to Act Now 08:45 Final Thoughts and Next Steps 09:28 Recap and Closing Free Resource: Reframe the Spiral: 5 Quick Coping Strategies to Shift Negative Thoughts and Reclaim Your Day https://www.icope2hope.com/reframe iCope2Hope 3-Step Everyday Resilience Framework: https://bit.ly/FrameworkRoadmap Website: iCope2Hope: From Hardship to Hope https://www.icope2hope.com Move Beyond Adversity Blog:  https://www.icope2hope.com/blog Free Newsletter: Wednesday’s Resilient Recharge https://www.icope2hope.com/newsletter Schedule a free 15-minute Clarity Call with Laura: https://bit.ly/15mincallLMB

    11 min
  4. NOV 26

    S1 E29 Simple Steps That Make Life Transitions Easier

    Navigating Lifequakes: Steps to Flourish After Major Life Disruptions In this episode of the Flourishing After Adversity podcast, resilience coach and author Laura Mangum Broome discusses 'lifequakes'—major life disruptions that shake your world. Drawing from Bruce Feiler’s research, Laura explains why transitions feel overwhelming, common mistakes to avoid, and introduces five simple steps to make transitions easier: accepting reality, marking endings with closure, shedding what's no longer needed, creating new possibilities, and sharing your story.  The episode also offers practical advice for regaining confidence through small, brave steps. Listeners are encouraged to download the free guide, 'Reframe the Spiral,' for coping strategies, and to schedule a clarity call for personalized support. 00:00 Introduction to Lifequakes 01:19 Understanding Lifequakes 03:45 Common Mistakes During Transitions 05:12 Steps to Navigate Transitions 08:33 Phases of Transition 09:48 Recap and Closing Thoughts Free Resource: Reframe the Spiral: 5 Quick Coping Strategies to Shift Negative Thoughts and Reclaim Your Day https://www.icope2hope.com/reframe iCope2Hope 3-Step Resilience Framework: https://bit.ly/FrameworkRoadmap Website: iCope2Hope: From Hardship to Hope https://www.icope2hope.com Move Beyond Adversity Blog:  https://www.icope2hope.com/blog Free Newsletter: Wednesday’s Resilient Recharge https://www.icope2hope.com/newsletter Schedule a free 15-minute Clarity Call with Laura: https://bit.ly/15mincallLMB

    12 min
  5. NOV 19

    S1 E28 How to Know If You're Self-Sabotaging Your Happiness

    Overcoming Self-Sabotage: Aligning Values, Setting Boundaries, and Embracing Necessary Endings In this episode of the Flourishing After Adversity podcast, host Laura Mangum Broome explores the concept of self-sabotage and provides insights on how to recognize and break free from this harmful pattern.  Laura emphasizes the importance of aligning with core values, setting boundaries, and embracing necessary endings to foster joy and happiness. She shares practical steps to move forward, including increasing self-awareness, making small changes, and seeking support. Listeners are encouraged to download her free guide, Reframe the Spiral, to manage negative thoughts and reclaim their day. 00:00 Introduction: Understanding Self-Sabotage 00:22 Welcome to the Podcast 01:19 The Garden Analogy: Recognizing Self-Sabotage 02:40 Core Values: The Foundation of Happiness 04:53 Setting Boundaries: Protecting Your Joy 06:43 Necessary Endings: Embracing New Beginnings 09:00 Steps to Overcome Self-Sabotage 09:49 Recap and Final Thoughts 10:24 Closing Remarks and Call to Action Free Resource: Reframe the Spiral: 5 Quick Coping Strategies to Shift Negative Thoughts and Reclaim Your Day https://www.icope2hope.com/reframe iCope2Hope 3-Step Resilience Framework: https://bit.ly/FrameworkRoadmap Website: iCope2Hope: From Hardship to Hope https://www.icope2hope.com Move Beyond Adversity Blog:  https://www.icope2hope.com/blog Free Newsletter: Wednesday’s Resilient Recharge https://www.icope2hope.com/newsletter Schedule a free 15-minute Clarity Call with Laura: https://bit.ly/15mincallLMB

    11 min
  6. NOV 12

    S1:E27 How to Begin Again on the Pottery Wheel of Life

    Flourishing After Adversity: The Power of Small Steps In this episode of the Flourishing After Adversity podcast, host Laura Mangum Broome discusses the importance of taking small, consistent steps to rebuild strength and resilience after facing adversity. Laura explains how the gradual process of change is more effective than attempting drastic overhauls, which can trigger fear and stall progress.  Listeners will learn how small actions can help in developing a growth mindset, uncovering inner strengths, and creating new opportunities. Laura introduces the iCope2Hope 3-Step Resilience Framework and the iCOPE Problem-Solving Method to provide structure for those navigating tough times. She also shares practical five-minute daily practices to enhance everyday resilience and a real-life success story for inspiration. The episode aims to motivate individuals to transform pain into purpose through steady, meaningful efforts. 00:00 Introduction: Starting Over After Adversity 01:38 The Power of Small Steps 03:31 Developing a Growth Mindset 04:43 Discovering Your Superpowers 05:51 Thinking Outside the Box 06:29 The iCOPE Problem-Solving Method 08:02 Strengthening Everyday Resilience 08:46 Real-Life Transformation: Sue's Story 09:40 The Pottery Wheel: Lessons in Resilience 10:31 Conclusion and Recap Free Resource: Reframe the Spiral: 5 Quick Coping Strategies to Shift Negative Thoughts and Reclaim Your Day https://www.icope2hope.com/reframe iCope2Hope 3-Step Resilience Framework: https://bit.ly/FrameworkRoadmap Website: iCope2Hope: From Hardship to Hope https://www.icope2hope.com Move Beyond Adversity Blog:  https://www.icope2hope.com/blog Free Newsletter: Wednesday’s Resilient Recharge https://www.icope2hope.com/newsletter Schedule a free 15-minute Clarity Call with Laura: https://bit.ly/15mincallLMB

    12 min
  7. NOV 5

    S1:E26 Everyday Resilience: The Secret to Lifelong Grit

    Building Everyday Resilience: Turn Pain into Purpose and Develop Lifelong Grit In this episode of the Flourishing After Adversity podcast, host Laura Mangum Broome explores the concept of everyday resilience and how small daily choices build lifelong grit. Learn to recognize everyday resilience, avoid common pitfalls, and apply the iCope2Hope Resilience Framework to transform adversity into strength.  Broome shares practical tips, including identifying controllable factors, adopting a growth mindset, and leveraging personal strengths. Tune in to discover strategies to stay grounded, keep moving forward, and find purpose through adversity. If life's challenges have left you feeling overwhelmed, you're in the right place for practical tools to build resilience and hope. 00:00 Introduction to Everyday Resilience 01:31 Understanding Adversity and Grit 03:35 Building a Growth Mindset 04:54 Harnessing Your Superpowers 06:08 Practical Resilience Practices 07:21 Adapting to Life's Detours 08:28 The Power of Hope 08:59 Conclusion and Next Steps Free Resource: Reframe the Spiral: 5 Quick Coping Strategies to Shift Negative Thoughts and Reclaim Your Day https://www.icope2hope.com/reframe iCope2Hope 3-Step Resilience Framework: https://bit.ly/FrameworkRoadmap Website: iCope2Hope: From Hardship to Hope https://www.icope2hope.com Move Beyond Adversity Blog:  https://www.icope2hope.com/blog Free Newsletter: Wednesday’s Resilient Recharge https://www.icope2hope.com/newsletter Schedule a free 15-minute Clarity Call with Laura: https://bit.ly/15mincallLMB

    11 min
  8. OCT 29

    S1:E25 How to Find Purpose and Live a Fulfilling Life

    Finding Purpose After Adversity: Your Second Mountain Awaits In this episode of the Flourishing After Adversity podcast, hosted by Laura Mangum Broome, the focus is on discovering purpose after life-changing setbacks such as loss, illness, or unexpected changes. Laura introduces listeners to the concept of David Brooks' 'Two Mountains of Life,' emphasizing the shift from achievement to meaningful connection. She shares practical tools, including a free guide on coping strategies, to help rebuild a life full of purpose.  The episode outlines Laura's iCope2Hope 3-Step Resilience Framework: developing a growth mindset, discovering your superpowers, and serving others. Through personal anecdotes and actionable steps, Laura encourages listeners to find alignment with their values and embrace their journey toward a fulfilling life. She emphasizes that purpose is an evolving relationship and offers support for those starting their second climb. 00:00 Introduction to Flourishing After Adversity 00:29 Understanding Purpose After Adversity 03:31 Introducing the iCope2Hope 3-Step Resilience Framework 03:46 Step 1: Developing a Growth Mindset 04:52 Step 2: Discovering Your Superpowers 06:03 Step 3: Thinking Outside the Box 06:48 Aligning Actions with Values 08:41 Conclusion and Key Takeaways Free Resource: Reframe the Spiral: 5 Quick Coping Strategies to Shift Negative Thoughts and Reclaim Your Day https://www.icope2hope.com/reframe iCope2Hope 3-Step Resilience Framework: https://bit.ly/FrameworkRoadmap Website: iCope2Hope: From Hardship to Hope https://www.icope2hope.com Move Beyond Adversity Blog:  https://www.icope2hope.com/blog Free Newsletter: Wednesday’s Resilient Recharge https://www.icope2hope.com/newsletter Schedule a free 15-minute Clarity Call with Laura: https://bit.ly/15mincallLMB  David Brooks Book: The Second Mountain

    10 min

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If you've experienced grief, illness, loss, or life-altering setbacks—and you're ready to reclaim your joy—this podcast is for you. Hosted by Laura Mangum Broome, Resilience Coach and author of Flourishing After Adversity, this weekly show is your go-to resource for overcoming life’s toughest challenges with hope, courage, and clarity. Each episode dives into real-life strategies for emotional healing, building resilience, managing mindset, navigating unexpected change, and rediscovering your strength after adversity.  Whether you're facing the aftermath of divorce, struggling to move forward after loss, or starting over later in life, you’ll find practical tools and encouragement to help you grow—not just go—through what you’ve been through. If you're searching for inspiration, resilience coaching tips, or mental health support for difficult seasons, hit play and start flourishing after adversity. You've got this!