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In this deeply human and emotional episode, we sit down with Trina’s brother, Jay, to talk about what life looks like while waiting for a heart transplant. After experiencing a heart attack at a young age, Jay now lives with an LVAD—a mechanical device that keeps his heart pumping as he waits for “the call” that a new heart has become available.

Jay shares the physical realities, emotional weight, and mental resilience required to live in this in-between space: balancing hope with uncertainty, gratitude with fear, and survival with the desire to truly live. We talk about the things people don’t always see—the constant waiting, the impact on identity, relationships, and mental health, and what it means to plan a future that feels both fragile and sacred.

This episode is about more than medical equipment or transplant lists. It’s about endurance, family, vulnerability, and the courage it takes to keep showing up to life when everything can change in an instant.

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When someone is walking through trauma, words matter—sometimes more than we realize. In this episode of Thanks, It’s the Trauma, we dive into the well-intentioned phrases that often miss the mark and can unintentionally cause more harm than comfort.

We talk about what not to say when someone is grieving, healing, or processing a traumatic experience—and why phrases like “everything happens for a reason,” “at least…,” or “you should be over this by now” can feel dismissive, even when they’re meant to help. More importantly, we explore what to say instead, how to hold space without fixing, and how to show up with empathy when you don’t have the right words.

Whether you’re supporting a loved one, navigating your own healing, or realizing how trauma shows up in everyday conversations, this episode is a reminder that presence, listening, and compassion often speak louder than advice.

Because sometimes the most healing thing you can say… is simply, “I’m here.”

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It’s our first episode of 2026, and we’re stepping into the new year with intention, honesty, and open hearts.

In this episode, we talk about what it really means to let go of past traumas—not by pretending they didn’t happen, but by choosing not to carry their weight into another year. We reflect on the hurts that shaped us, the lessons they left behind, and the quiet strength it takes to finally say goodbye to what no longer serves us.

As we welcome a new year, we’re focusing on staying open—to growth, to healing, and to the unexpected opportunities that can only find us when we’re willing to start fresh. This conversation is about release, renewal, and allowing ourselves to move forward without shame, guilt, or fear holding us back.

If you’re entering 2026 hoping for a reset, craving peace, or ready to create space for something new, this episode is for you. Here’s to closing old chapters and beginning again—one honest step at a time. 🌱