Why I spent years refusing the one thing I needed most
Daniel lost his sight at 16 to a genetic condition he couldn’t control. But his story isn’t about overcoming disability. It’s about learning to see differently, finding strength in asking for help, and building a life of purpose beyond what he thought he’d lost. ⚠️ Content advisory: this episode discusses mental health & wellbeing, which […]
I Thought I Was Broken Until I Found This Pattern
ADHD in women is one of the most missed diagnoses in adult mental health, and for three professional women, understanding why took decades. This is Too Much, Not Enough: Late Diagnosis of ADHD in Women, a live online panel from Kintsugi Heroes’ Our Stories Matter series. Three women share what it’s really like to get […]
This Sanctuary Is Saving People Traditional Therapy Missed
Animal healing therapy is more than a trend-it’s a lifeline for people stuck in traditional therapy and disconnected from themselves. Matt and Jezey Wolf left their careers to build a healing sanctuary in Queensland where horses, buffalo, and nature become partners in recovery. In this episode of Animals & Us, they share how trust-based horsemanship […]
Who Are You When No One’s Watching #kintsugiheroes #selfworth #identity
Struggling with finding self worth when you have nothing to show for it? We explore how to build identity without relying on external validation or accolades. If you constantly question your value when others judge you, this perspective offers a way to reclaim your peace. Share your thoughts on handling judgment in the comments below.
Self-Esteem vs Self-Worth | Which One Actually Matters? | Kintsugi Heroes
Self worth and self esteem aren’t the same thing. In this Grit Diaries episode, Deborah Weed shares how a three-year health crisis and a single metaphor rewired her understanding of her own value. Self worth and self esteem look the same from the outside, but they’re built on completely different ground. Deborah Weed spent over […]
He Spent Decades Hiding Who He Was. Then Tragedy Hit.
A mental health nurse raised to believe men don’t cry. When his youngest son died in 2009, David Kernahan’s grief fractured everything: his marriage, his faith, his sense of who he was. Sixteen years later, he shares how suppressed emotion, hidden authenticity, and the choice to find beauty became the path to peace. David Kernahan […]
From Prison or Death to International Speaker | Jason Blyth’s Turning Point
Can we change the ending of our story? For many years, Jason Blyth believed that the trauma of his childhood had already determined how his life would end. On his 30th birthday, he woke up in rehabilitation facing a stark reality: if nothing changed, his future would lead to prison or death. In that moment, […]
Paternal Leave Forced Him to Question Everything
Colin Parsons spent years trying to be who everyone else wanted. Here’s how he stopped people-pleasing, quietened his inner critic, and learned to like who he actually is. Colin is a conversationalist and LinkedIn host from Luxembourg who now has deep conversations for a living. In this episode he opens up about the long road […]
How to Become the Hero of Your Own Story
The hero’s journey is not just a myth, but a roadmap for personal growth. Learn how facing inner demons leads to wisdom and resilience. We explore the psychological framework behind the hero’s journey and how it applies to modern life. This discussion is for anyone currently navigating difficult trials or seeking a clearer path through […]
How I finally stopped the self-hate #lgbtqia #shorts #growth
In this Kintsugi Heroes conversation, we hear a personal account of navigating queer identity and the complexities of being gay in a world that often demands conformity. Matt discusses how homophobia served as a coping mechanism, deeply impacting their mental health. This narrative offers poignant insight into the journey of coming out and finding relief […]