Something Shifted with Sean Loots

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Something Shifted with Sean Loots

Something changes your life today. How does it shift your life tomorrow? And what will it take to conquer the new path? For Sean Loots, that something was becoming a parent to a child with special needs. Something Shifted tells meaningful stories at the intersection of joy and discomfort. In each episode Sean and his guests connect the dots between their lifequake and what it takes to thrive in their new normal. Follow the award winning podcast for heartfelt stories about the power of possibility.

  1. 12 Tremors Before Christmas

    16/12/2024

    12 Tremors Before Christmas

    Year-end brings with it feelings of nostalgia and reflection. And while lifequakes are big events that permanently alter the course of a life, we want to recognise the smaller shifts and shakes - tremors, if you will, that sent us on a detour. This episode is a compilation of 12 short stories, from 12 different people, who each experienced a tremor before Christmas. Plus, since so many have asked, I have an update on Zoe too. Share your “tremor” with us on The Shift Club. Join THE SHIFT CLUB: https://station.page/theshiftclub UCOOK: https://ucook.co.za/ - use the code #SHIFT50 at check out. GUESTS: Ruenda Loots Kamini Pather - All Dahl’d Up [pre-order] https://www.loot.co.za/product/all-dhald-up/rcvs-7244-g100 Sam Herbst - The Great Equaliser: https://open.spotify.com/show/1fOIF2iLOycyLbbtAZ3BgM - Liberation Diaries: https://jacana.co.za/product/liberation-diaries-30-years-of-democracy/ Morgan Newman Magda Barnard Shaun Dunn Nicole Engelbrecht - True Crime South Africa: https://open.spotify.com/show/3X462NMcwhzpaW3qAdqpbF - Killer Stories: https://exclusivebooks.co.za/products/9781776193325 Melissa Botha Terence Mentor - Threes A Crowd: https://open.spotify.com/show/3iKr4aC4iR463AIoZqRvih?si=c096088d3eef48dc - The South African Digital Marketing Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1RKA4mnlSMpfB36ZjJcg23?si=6yKcbUWXSIetwDqfeTGxPw Josh Prinsloo Ross Symons Gathoni Ngumba PODCAST: https://somethingshifted.co.za https://www.instagram.com/seanloots NEWSLETTER: https://321shift.beehiiv.com/subscribe

    37 min
  2. Waiting To Exhale.

    02/12/2024

    Waiting To Exhale.

    Tanya has struggled to breathe since the day she was born. From viral infections to lung disease, Tanya was diagnosed with bronchiolitis obliterans. The narrowing of Tanya's airways could not be reversed by medication. Considering the diagnosis and years of health challenges, she got on with living her life. By 2017, Tanya had just 14% lung capacity, and became the first patient to receive a bi-lateral lung transplant in a state hospital in Africa. For the first time in her life, Tanya’s lung capacity reached 80% and she lived her life with renewed appreciation. Everything changed six years after the operation when Tanya Bothma was diagnosed with chronic rejection. Tanya's story helps us understand the life-changing impact of organ transplants and the emotional toll of waiting for another. This episode emphasizes hope, community support, and the strength that emerges from life's adversities. QUOTES: 'I knew that I had to fight for my family, and I needed to fight for my little girl, and I needed to fight for my hubby. And lastly, I really needed to fight for my parents. That was my only alternative, that was my only option, that's all I could do.' 'I cannot thank my organ donor enough because this woman has allowed me to watch my daughter grow up and be with my family every day.' 'I always say my organ donor is my hero, but at the same time, the medical team is also my hero and the Lord above is my hero.' JOIN THE 3-2-1 SHIFT NEWSLETTER and stand a chance to win this month's giveaway. Join here 👉🏼 https://321shift.beehiiv.com/subscribe GUEST: Tanya Bothma 👉🏼 https://newbreath.co.za/ 👉🏼 https://www.backabuddy.co.za/campaign/spear-reit-a-new-breath UCOOK: 👉🏼 https://ucook.co.za/ - use the code #SHIFT50 at check out. WEBSITE: 👉🏼 https://somethingshifted.co.za INSTAGRAM: 👉🏼 https://www.instagram.com/seanloots

    23 min
  3. "I was alone with him when he died."

    18/11/2024

    "I was alone with him when he died."

    Zuraida was the last person to see her dad alive. The last person to speak to him. She was also the last person to comfort him. She was 13 years old. This traumatic event affected her deeply, leading to feelings of abandonment and a tendency towards hyper-independence. Zuraida discusses how her grief impacted her career and influenced her parenting style. She speaks freely about the importance of open communication and emotional expression with her children, contrasting it with her own upbringing, which was characterized by silence. Zuraida Jardine is a beloved South African media personality and over the course of her career, has had an audience with the likes of Beyoncé, Will Smith, Sir Anthony Hopkins, Ryan Gosling, Shaquille O'Neal, and many more. But enrolling in university at the age of 40 and breaking the generational cycle is what she is most proud of. Zuraida holds three degrees and numerous certifications to her name, and she continues to pursue higher education. This story highlights themes of resilience, the impact of trauma on personal growth, and the transformative power of sharing one's story. QUOTES: 'I am a huge proponent of not being a victim. My dad's passing could easily have made me a victim, but it didn't because I chose for that not to happen." "I use to write letters to my mom all the time becasue I just did not feel heard." JOIN THE 3-2-1 SHIFT NEWSLETTER and stand a chance to win this month's giveaway. Join here 👉🏼 https://321shift.beehiiv.com/subscribe GUEST: Zuraida Jardine 👉🏼 https://www.zuraidajardine.com 👉🏼 https://www.instagram.com/zuraidajardine/ UCOOK: 👉🏼 https://ucook.co.za/ - use the code #SHIFT50 on your first order at check out. WEBSITE: 👉🏼 https://somethingshifted.co.za https://www.instagram.com/seanloots NEWSLETTER: 👉🏼 Join and get automatic entry into every months giveaway. https://321shift.beehiiv.com/subscribe

    25 min
  4. One Rescue Breath Changed Three Lives

    04/11/2024

    One Rescue Breath Changed Three Lives

    Sean shares his personal journey through a lifequake, detailing the challenges and transformations that come with raising a child with profound disabilities. He reflects on a critical incident involving his daughter Zoe, the emotional turmoil of hospital visits, and the lessons learned about resilience, empathy, and the importance of community support. The conversation emphasizes the profound shifts in perspective that can arise from unexpected life events and the ongoing journey of personal growth and empowerment. QUOTES: "Seven minutes changed our reality." "Watching Zoe's chest rise and fall as I breathed life into her body is something I can't unsee." "It starts with one more breath." JOIN THE 3-2-1 SHIFT NEWSLETTER and stand a chance to win this month's giveaway. Join here 👉🏼 https://321shift.beehiiv.com/subscribe LINKS: 👉🏼 https://somethingshifted.co.za 👉🏼 https://www.instagram.com/seanloots CHAPTERS: Introduction to Life Quakes (00:00:00) Sean introduces the concept of "life quakes" and shares his personal story. First Aid Training Experience (00:01:41) Sean recalls his first job teaching swimming and the importance of first aid training. Zoe's Medical Emergency (00:04:27) A pivotal moment when Zoe stops responding during bath time, leading to panic and action. Rushing to the Hospital (00:05:24) Sean describes the tense drive to the hospital, filled with silence and worry. Emergency Room Experience (00:06:54) Sean and his partner navigate the emergency room, anxiously waiting for news about Zoe. Life in the Hospital (00:10:37) Sean reflects on the challenges and routine of spending 50 days in the hospital. Understanding Zoe's Diagnoses (00:11:59) Sean discusses Zoe's profound disabilities, including epilepsy and developmental delays. Zoe's Resilience and Growth (00:13:33) Sean shares how Zoe's determination inspires hope and joy despite challenges. Looking Ahead to Season Three (00:14:46) Sean outlines the upcoming season's focus on significant life shifts and personal transformations.

    17 min
4.8
out of 5
19 Ratings

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Something changes your life today. How does it shift your life tomorrow? And what will it take to conquer the new path? For Sean Loots, that something was becoming a parent to a child with special needs. Something Shifted tells meaningful stories at the intersection of joy and discomfort. In each episode Sean and his guests connect the dots between their lifequake and what it takes to thrive in their new normal. Follow the award winning podcast for heartfelt stories about the power of possibility.

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