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What Happens to Us vs. What Happens for Us: Choosing How We Feel and Finding Purpose in Pain

In this, I explore two powerful ideas that can transform how we experience life’s challenges. First, I’ll dive into the common tendency to say that others “made us feel” a certain way—but the truth is, no one has that power over us. We get to decide how we feel and what we think.

Then, I’ll look at a deeper question: when life hands us major challenges or painful losses, could they be happening for us rather than just to us? As difficult as it may seem, perhaps these experiences are opportunities to find strength, growth, and even purpose. Join me as I share insights on reclaiming our power over emotions and turning life’s hardest moments into something meaningful.

Your story matters, so live it courageously!

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Brave, Bold & Unfiltered with Valerie Silveira
Real talk about life, loss, and courage.

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Valerie Silveira

Hi, I’m Valerie — speaker, author, and fierce truth-teller. I’ve lived through some of life’s darkest losses and now I’m here to talk real life, real pain, and real healing. This show is my way of helping you find your voice, stand in your strength, and get honest about what it takes to live Brave, Bold & Unfiltered.