Alyssa Chhim-Michelle’s mother deliberately focused on what was in front of her, a deliberate choice to stay present rather than dwell on what she couldn’t change.

Alyssa Chhim-Michelle observed how her mother approached life after trauma. Rather than revisiting the past or spiralling into worry, her mum made a conscious choice to embrace the present moment. This mindset became a model for how Alyssa herself learned to navigate difficulty.

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About Kintsugi Heroes:
Kintsugi Heroes is a not-for-profit Australian podcast network sharing real stories of resilience, transformation, and lived experience. Inspired by the Japanese art of kintsugi, repairing broken pottery with gold, we believe our cracks are what make us stronger.

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Golden Threads shares stories from people living with disability, the truth of the experience, not the polished version.

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