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One of my favorite moments from this week’s episode “The Ripple Effect: How One Person Can Make a Difference” with that one person - beloved book store owner Gee Gee Rosell who passed January 2026. Link to the full episode here: donnayferris.com/the-ripple-e...

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“It’s like a pebble in a pond. Ripples out from each of us…because we’ve chosen to get better instead of getting worse.” This episode honors beloved bookshop owner Gee Gee Rosell, who passed away last month. Thank you Gee Gee. Link to listen or view on YouTube: donnayferris.com/the-ripple-e...

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One of my favorite moments from my interview with WeSleep founder and sleep expert Julie Wright. If you’ve been struggling with those 3 AM wake ups - this episode has concrete tools to help. Link to listen here: donnayferris.com/why-you-keep...

If you’ve been Googling: -Why do I keep waking up at 3AM? -How do I calm anxiety at night? -What should I do when I can’t fall back asleep? …this episode with sleep expert Julie Wright help you rest. Link to listen: donnayferris.com/why-you-keep... To learn more about Julie visit wesleep.co.uk.

One of my favorite moments from this week’s podcast with astrologist Colleen Dixon. Link to To full episode here: donnayferris.com/2026-astrolo...

“2026 is the year of fire. It’s the year of beginnings. It’s the year of passion. It’s the year of getting your sh*t in order.” In this episode, I am joined by astrologer Cosmi-Colleen Dixon to break down the biggest planetary shifts of the year. Link to listen: donnayferris.com/2026-astrolo...

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This is one of my favorite moments from my interview with psychic/medium Cristina Leeson anoit what we can expect in 2026 Link to listen to the episode: donnayferris.com/2026-psychic... Cristina’s book “Live in the Light Respect the Dark” can be purchased here: a.co/d/26DEzoB #spiritualgrowth

In this episode of Bounce Back Stronger, Donna Ferris welcomes psychic medium Cristina Leeson for a grounding conversation on staying connected to higher energy, trusting spiritual guidance, & navigating uncertainty with clarity and confidence. Links to listen here: donnayferris.com/2026-psychic...

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One of my favorite moments from this week’s podcast with Vienna Teng. Link below to listen to full episode: donnayferris.com/a-lullaby-fo... #buildbridges #cityhall #hope #connection

In this conversation, I sit down with singer, songwriter, and pianist Vienna Teng—an artist whose music, including the iconic “City Hall,” has long served as a bridge between people, ideas, and lived experiences. Listen to the episode here: donnayferris.com/a-lullaby-fo...

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One of my favorite moments from this week’s podcast with award winning humorist John Kenney on his latest book “I See You’ve Called In Dead” Link to listen to the episode: donnayferris.com/how-humor-he... #grief #humor #johnkenney

In this episode of Bounce Back Stronger, I sit down with Thurber Prize-winning humorist and New Yorker columnist John Kenney about his latest novel, “I See You’ve Called In Dead” (would make an excellent holiday gift). Link below to listen: donnayferris.com/how-humor-he...

A swirl of feelings hit me all at once: amusement, FOMO, and fear. “It’s not too late,” the emcee called out. “And it’s free. Raise your hand, and we’ll bring over the bingo sheets.” For more of our latest newsletter visit: preview.mailerlite.com/a5k4h1v6s9 To subscribe visit: donnayferris.com

One of my favorite moments from this week’s Bounce Back Stronger podcast with journalist and author Gwen Florio. Link here to listen to episode donnayferris.com/how-to-move-...

“Astoundingly, you find joy, and it coexists with the grief…It’s like the grief kind of moves over a little bit and lets joy in.” If you’re doing life with a broken heart this holiday season, this episode is for you. donnayferris.com/how-to-move-...

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“When we let go of fear, we make room for hope to rise." When life feels uncertain, it’s easy to get caught in fear and worry about what’s next. This guided meditation helps you remember that healing can begin with one mindful breath. Link below to listen: donnayferris.com/imagine-it-w...

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One of my favorite moments from this week’s podcast with Agapi Stassinopoulos about building our portable paradise. Link to hear more: donnayferris.com/finding-inne...

“Build your portable paradise — that inner spa where you can return to peace no matter what happens around you.” This conversation with Agapi Stassinopoulos is for anyone seeking more peace, gratitude, and resilience (which means it’s for all of us). Link below: donnayferris.com/finding-inne...

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A favorite moment from this week’s podcast with Cindy Ross and Todd Gladfelter. Link to listen to full episode below: donnayferris.com/the-simple-p... #Minimalism #SimpleLiving #BounceBackStronger #MindfulLiving #DebtFreeLiving #CindyRoss #IntentionalLiving #FinancialFreedom

What if the secret to a happier, freer life isn’t earning more—but needing less? This week, adventurers and authors Cindy Ross and Todd Gladfelter share how they built a meaningful, debt-free life rooted in simplicity, nature, and gratitude. Link here: donnayferris.com/the-simple-p...

One of my favorite moments from this week’s podcast with Kim Adrian. Link below: donnayferris.com/choosing-cho... #choicesmatter #selfempowered #agency #memoir

“Over my mother, I chose my grandmother. Over emotion, I chose self-control. I chose choice itself.” In this episode of Bounce Back Stronger, I talk with Kim Adrian about reclaiming agency through writing. Link to listen: donnayferris.com/choosing-cho...

One of my favorite moments from this week’s podcast with award-winning children’s author Peggy Moss. Listen to full episode here: donnayferris.com/why-speaking... #stopbullyingstandupspeakout #InclusiveCommunity #kindnessmatters

“Are you a bully, a bystander, or a target?” In this episode of Bounce Back Stronger, I sit down with Peggy Moss—former Maine Asst. Attorney General, Assoc. Director of the Center for the Prevention of Hate Violence, and author of “Say Something” Link here: donnayferris.com/why-speaking...

One of my favorite moments from this week’s podcast with penguin (and sea turtle) whisperer Dr. Claire McManus. Link: donnayferris.com/penguins-tur...

Need a dose of pure joy? This week I chat with internationally recognized Dr. Claire McManus—a healer whose patients range from people to penguins. This feel-good conversation is a happy alternative to today’s news. Hope you will take a listen: donnayferris.com/penguins-tur...

In this best-of-episode from 2023, I sit down with mindfulness pioneer Sharon Salzberg to explore why choosing happiness is one of the most revolutionary acts we can take in today's chaotic world. Joy isn't frivolous — it's radical. Link: donnayferris.com/why-happines... www.sharonsalzberg.com

One of my favorite moments from this week’s podcast “Raising Awareness and Hope: A Trans Parent Conversation” with Andrea Rashbaum and Maureen Ross Gemme. Link below to listen to full episode: donnayferris.com/raising-awar... #transgenderrights #lgbtqia #PrideMonth

Curious about how to support transgender rights and the LGBTQ+ community? On this episode, I speak with two inspiring mothers and advocates. Together, we share stories about raising transgender children, garnering insights that resonate with any parent. Link: donnayferris.com/raising-awar...

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One of my favorite moments from “Staying Informed without Losing Your Mind” with Aruni Nan Futuronsky Link below to hear more: donnayferris.com/staying-info...

” I need to know what’s happening. I can’t not know. But I can’t over know. It cannot take over my day.” I don’t know about you, but I really needed on how to stay grounded even when the world feels largely unmoored. Link below to listen: donnayferris.com/staying-info...

“It only took me two tries to undo the rental car’s parking brake at 5:05 AM—an early morning triumph. I rolled the vehicle down the dizzying, windy roads of Pittsburgh…” For more of this story from my latest newsletter click here: preview.mailerlite.com/t8s2y7g5n5

One of my favorite moments from this week’s podcast. For more from this interview with Shelley Karpaty visit donnayferris.com/breaking-the...

“I look at pictures of my child when he was young, and I remember his young, innocent light, and he’s still in there.” In this heartfelt episode, I catch up with Shelley Karpaty about parenting kids with mental health challenges. A must listen. Link below: donnayferris.com/breaking-the...

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“Life isn’t meant to be endured—it’s meant to be enjoyed.” This podcast episode, offers a centering practice including: -Breathwork to reduce stress -Powerful affirmations like “I am safe” and -Tips to detach from digital overload Link below to listen: donnayferris.com/choosing-hap...

It all started with this text “Live music at Duck’s Cottage. And she plays John Prine. Should I come get you?" For what happened next visit: preview.mailerlite.com/m0y7h0c7k0

One of my favorite moments from this weeks podcast with Jamie McMillan from KickAss Careers / Journeyman. Link below to listen: donnayferris.com/how-adhd-hel... #adhd #womensupportingwomen #workingwomen