Make Something Good Come From This

Short and sweet this week as I am not feeling well and processing the death of my stepmom, Cheryl, who passed away early this week. She was a good stepmom who loved my dad (even after they divorced), German Shepherds, and baking. Her favorite dessert was German chocolate cake. She introduced me to both, which I then combined to Cheryl's German Shepherd Cake! She taught me many things and she will be missed.

I'll be sharing more but for now, I want to be there for my baby sisters, who are 10 and 12 years younger than me. They are now orphans and although they are grown adult women, I feel more protective (and sad) than ever as a big sis. 

My dad's death marked the beginning of the end of my drinking years ago, and I am proud to say sobriety has given me the strength and compassion to navigate grief in the most profound ways.

Could you use some support with the upcoming holiday season? Our Insider Workshop in November will be on Honoring Grief During the Holidays. I hope you will join us.  

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I couldn't be more proud to share this week's Peripeteia Podcast Episode with guest Christina Zaleski, known to me as Cousin Christi (sometimes Crusty). Christi is a breast cancer survivor, a cancer fighter, a mother, and a genetics counselor. She was one of my very first best friends. 

Get ready for a heartwarming—and hilarious—conversation. Christi opens up about her incredible journey from diagnosis to recovery, sharing how humor, resilience, and the support of her community helped her through the toughest times.

You’ll hear all about Christi’s career evolution, the importance of genetic testing in cancer treatment, and her passion for raising awareness and funds through her ever-growing ‘Hakuna Matatas’ team of cancer fighters. Plus, she talks about her close bond with her breast surgeon Anna and how they turned Christi’s personal struggles into a mission of hope and advocacy.

This episode is full of laughs, real talk, and the power of friendship and community. You won’t want to miss Christi’s moving story and the lessons it brings. Tune in for a conversation that will leave you inspired and ready to face life’s challenges, because Hakuna Matata “...means no worries, for the rest of your days!”

Join (or donate to) Christi’s Team! Help her make the #1 fundraiser! 
Hakuna MaTatas

Peripeteia is produced by Laura Silverman of Zero Proof Nation.

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Half way through Sober October, let's keep going; we're hitting our peak so to speak! 🍁