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Brave, Bold & Unfiltered with Valerie SilveiraReal talk about life, loss, and courage. Author: Valerie Silveira
Life is messy, unpredictable, and sometimes downright brutal. So how do you keep going when everything falls apart? Thats exactly what we talk about on Brave, Bold & Unfiltered. This isnt your typical feel-good podcastits raw, real, and unfiltered. My son Sean and I have honest conversations about courage, resilience, grief, faith, and navigating lifes unexpected twists. Why do I care so much about this? Because Ive lived it. My daughter Jamie was shot at 18 and miraculously survivedbut that moment led to a 15-year battle with addiction that nearly destroyed both of us. Then, 12 years and 12 days later, it happened again. This time, it was fatal. Now, nearly a decade later, Im still fighting for justice, but I refuse to let my story end in tragedy. Thats why were hereto talk about what it really takes to stand back up when life knocks you down. And we dont stop at the tough stuff. Sometimes, we dive into everyday challenges, big questions, or even the occasional random topicbecause life isnt just about the hard stuff. Its about finding meaning, humor, and the guts to keep going. Expect hard truths, real talk, and maybe even some laughter along the way. Because if were going to take down our Beasts, we might as well have a little fun doing it. Listen or watch now on YouTube and your favorite podcast platform. Language: en Genres: Health & Fitness, Mental Health, Personal Journals, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Grief: The Price We Pay For Love
Wednesday, 12 November, 2025
In this conversation, Valerie Silveira reflects on her daughter Jamie's struggles with addiction and the profound grief that followed her tragic death. She shares her thoughts on the complexities of love and loss, emphasizing that grief is an inevitable part of loving someone deeply. Valerie's insights reveal the emotional turmoil of watching a loved one battle addiction and the lasting impact of that experience.Takeaways:Valerie reflects on Jamie's 15 years of addiction and her subsequent murder.Half of Jamie's life was marked by struggles and challenges.Grief is the price we pay for love,Avoiding grief means valuing nothing or loving nobody.Valerie emphasizes the complexity of grief as an emotion.Love and loss are deeply intertwined in human experience.The conversation highlights the emotional impact of addiction on families.Valerie's reflections provide insight into the healing process after loss.The discussion encourages listeners to appreciate the value of love despite the pain of grief.Your story matters, so live it courageously!📚Grab a copy of Burn the Map: http://bit.ly/4k3UhoT📌 Helpful Links & Resources▶️ Watch Valerie's videos on YouTube🌐 Visit Valerie’s Website💪 Learn about Exclusive Private Mentoring📚 Learn More About Valerie’s Books 💬 Stay Connected on Social: Facebook📷 Instagram🔗 LinkedIn
