{"podcast":{"title":"Emerging with Grace: Navigating Life's Transitions","slug":"emerging-with-grace-navigating-life-s-transitions-6692340","podcast_index_feed_id":6692340,"rss_url":"https://feeds.libsyn.com/492698/rss","website_url":"http://sites.libsyn.com/492698/site","image_url":"https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/5/6/9/5/5695d0e778480141d959afa2a1bf1c87/woman-logo1_2-20250106-8aepoje358.jpg","author":"Marquita Garrett Ph.D., LPC, ACS, RPT-S, NCC","episode_count":43,"summary":"Welcome to *Emerging with Grace*, the podcast that's here to help you embrace life's transformative moments and emerge stronger than ever before. In a world filled with stereotypes, stigma, and unexpected challenges, this podcast is your beacon of hope, offering insights, stories, and strategies for thriving through life's toughest transitions. Our host, Marquita Garrett Ph.D., is passionate about mental wellbeing and understands that change and trauma touch us all. Whether you're a woman navigating the journey through the stages of life or simply someone searching for inspiration and guidance, this podcast is for you. Through thought-provoking conversations, expert interviews, and real-life stories, we aim to achieve three core outcomes: 1. **Graceful Transitions:** We want women and everyone else to embark on their life journeys with grace, embracing change as an opportunity for growth and renewal. 2. **Surviving Trauma and Change:** Life can throw unexpected curveballs at us all, but we're here to remind you that you can not only survive but thrive in the face of adversity. Trauma and change are not the end of your story; they're just a chapter. 3. **Discovering Life After:** I…","last_synced_at":"2026-06-04T22:21:32.293862+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/emerging-with-grace-navigating-life-s-transitions-6692340"},"episode":{"title":"020: Growth Through Adversity","slug":"020-growth-through-adversity","published_at":"2024-09-18T08:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/emerging-with-grace-navigating-life-s-transitions-6692340/020-growth-through-adversity","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/emerging-with-grace-navigating-life-s-transitions-6692340","url":"https://fb16a1ea-311f-4e93-bba2-a2445bf5d85c.libsyn.com/020-growth-through-adversity","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/fb16a1ea-311f-4e93-bba2-a2445bf5d85c/MU_Ep020_Master.mp3?dest-id=4209236","summary":"Growing up in Ghana and transitioning back to the US at 13 was a whirlwind of cultural and social adjustments Dr. Adwoa Bonney-Graves never expected. Amidst the changing landscapes and family dynamics, literature and poetry became her anchor. This episode of Metamorphosis Unleashed unravels the power of words and the resilience needed to navigate life's unexpected turns. Doc G is honored to have Dr. Adwoa Bonney-Graves, a distinguished counselor, educator, and author of \"Surreptitious Voice,\" join us to discuss growth through adversity. Dr. Bonney-Graves opens up about her inspiring journey, her extensive experience in counseling and mentorship, and how her connection to Ghana provides her with retreat and inspiration. We reflect on how nurturing dreams amidst challenges can lead to profound personal and professional growth. In addition, we touch on how Dr. Bonney-Graves turned her struggles into tools for helping others manage emotions and stress. From overcoming adversity to finding independence and hard work, we explore the importance of self-sufficiency and resilience. Don't miss this heartfelt episode filled with lessons of perseverance, cultural transitions, and the power of mentorship. In this episode, you will hear: Moving from Ghana to the US at 13 and the social adjustments involved How literature and poetry provided stability and inspiration during tumultuous times Dr. Adwoa Bonney-Graves's journey, counseling expertise, and connection to Ghana Overcoming stereotypes and developing a strong work ethic as an only child The shift from a grandmother's care to living with a career-focused mother The impact of mentorship and nurturing dreams amidst challenges Overcoming adversity to help others manage emotions and stress, and her upcoming projects. Follow and Rev…","meta_description":"Growing up in Ghana and transitioning back to the US at 13 was a whirlwind of cultural and social adjustments Dr. Adwoa Bonney-Graves never expected. 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