"Don't Let Your Past Struggles Define Your Future"
Dec 28, 2024 ·
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Episode Title: "Don't Let Your Past Struggles Define Your Future" Season 3, Episode 38 In this emotionally moving episode of Resilient Voices & Beyond Podcast, host Michael D. Davis-Thomas sits...
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Episode Title: "Don't Let Your Past Struggles Define Your Future"
Season 3, Episode 38
In this emotionally moving episode of Resilient Voices & Beyond Podcast, host Michael D. Davis-Thomas sits down with the resilient and inspiring Tashala Webster, a foster care alumna, adoptee, advocate, and nursing student, to discuss her journey of overcoming adversity, trauma, and obstacles to create a brighter future.
Tashala shares her powerful life story, beginning with being removed from her biological mother’s care at the age of five due to mental health challenges and navigating through 12 foster homes in Flint, Michigan, where she experienced instability and abuse. Her path to resilience included facing the challenges of being an older foster youth, enduring a chaotic adoption at 16, and eventually running away and becoming homeless at 19.
Despite these struggles, Tashala’s story is one of triumph. With the support of Traverse Place, a youth shelter that taught her life skills and self-sufficiency, she gained independence, earning three degrees and certifications as a CNA, EKG Technician, and Phlebotomist. She is now pursuing her nursing degree at the University of Michigan and dedicating her life to mentorship and advocacy for foster youth and young people facing similar challenges.
In this episode, Michael and Tashala dive into the importance of mentorship, community support, and finding tools to cope with trauma. Tashala shares her passion for helping others overcome obstacles through mentorship, the role of writing poetry in her healing journey, and her aspirations to make a difference in the lives of others.
This episode is a testament to the power of resilience, self-determination, and the importance of building a supportive community. Whether you’re a foster care alum, advocate, or someone seeking inspiration to rise above your circumstances, Tashala’s story will leave you empowered and motivated to keep moving forward.
Ways to Connect with Tashala Webster:
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Season 3, Episode 38
In this emotionally moving episode of Resilient Voices & Beyond Podcast, host Michael D. Davis-Thomas sits down with the resilient and inspiring Tashala Webster, a foster care alumna, adoptee, advocate, and nursing student, to discuss her journey of overcoming adversity, trauma, and obstacles to create a brighter future.
Tashala shares her powerful life story, beginning with being removed from her biological mother’s care at the age of five due to mental health challenges and navigating through 12 foster homes in Flint, Michigan, where she experienced instability and abuse. Her path to resilience included facing the challenges of being an older foster youth, enduring a chaotic adoption at 16, and eventually running away and becoming homeless at 19.
Despite these struggles, Tashala’s story is one of triumph. With the support of Traverse Place, a youth shelter that taught her life skills and self-sufficiency, she gained independence, earning three degrees and certifications as a CNA, EKG Technician, and Phlebotomist. She is now pursuing her nursing degree at the University of Michigan and dedicating her life to mentorship and advocacy for foster youth and young people facing similar challenges.
In this episode, Michael and Tashala dive into the importance of mentorship, community support, and finding tools to cope with trauma. Tashala shares her passion for helping others overcome obstacles through mentorship, the role of writing poetry in her healing journey, and her aspirations to make a difference in the lives of others.
This episode is a testament to the power of resilience, self-determination, and the importance of building a supportive community. Whether you’re a foster care alum, advocate, or someone seeking inspiration to rise above your circumstances, Tashala’s story will leave you empowered and motivated to keep moving forward.
Ways to Connect with Tashala Webster:
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