Scar Bearers
180 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago -On Scar Bearers, I discuss my battle with necrotizing fasciitis (flesh-eating bacteria) and other stories, and how those experiences didn’t make me perfect; they made me better!
I also interview others who have faced major struggles and still persevered, reaching the summit on the other side of the valley and often climbing higher than before.
We also get geeky occasionally. 😉
Please join me and contribute to this imperfect, yet fantastic and fun community!
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#63: How to heal with humor with Michael Weitzman!
July 15, 2021 11:00 - 42 minutes - 39.4 MBMichael Weitzman is a professional mental health speaker, performer, advocate, certified peer support specialist, care coordinator, and stand-up comedian who shares his struggles with depression and suicidal thoughts to inspire those with mental health issues, addictions, suicidal thoughts, disabilities, and so much more! Care warning: Depression, mental health issues, and suicidal thoughts will be discussed in this episode. Michael's handle and websites: @weitzmanmichael mweitzman3@...
How to deal with "personal bacteria"!
July 14, 2021 18:07 - 2 minutes - 2.72 MBWe all have “personal bacteria” (potentially negative thoughts) that come from issues in our lives, but how do we deal with it? By playing TAG (The Attitude of Gratitude)! Let’s talk about how we can help you and others deal with that personal bacteria, increase positivity and gratitude, and make the world a better place. Care warning: Physical and mental trauma are discussed in this episode. [email protected] chrisdtgordon.com
#62: How to continue recovering from a loss with Michael M. Cohen!
July 08, 2021 11:00 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBMichael M. Cohen is a small business owner, entrepreneur, investor, work-in-process improv artist, speaker and (as always) very, very neurotic. We discuss a tragic family event that still affects him today. Care warning: Tragic family loss is discussed in this episode. https://secondscenepodcast.com https://justmichael.com https://dweebsglobal.org @secondscenepodcast My (new) website: chrisdtgordon.com @chrisdtgordon Theme music and post-production: @nateberan
Why I flee from perfection...and so should you!
July 07, 2021 14:30 - 4 minutes - 4.26 MBWhenever we start something, we want things to go well...perfectly, in fact. We want to be seen as a success. More specifically, we don't want to be seen as small. Unfortunately, it's that mindset that keeps us from starting things at all. In this episode I demonstrate how I am passing on perfection. My new website: chrisdtgordon.com My handle: @chrisdtgordon My usual post-production and theme music team: @nateberan
#61: How to get out the door with David Hollingsworth!
July 01, 2021 10:00 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MBA repeat guest, David is an award-winning speaker, storyteller and author of the best-selling book, “Get Out the Door!” As a spinal injury survivor, David came back from a devastating motorcycle accident to running the Marine Corps Marathon. He will be featured in the National Storytelling Conference show, "OK, Boomer!" on July 22nd. David’s website: https://www.holliworks.com His handle: @holliworks My website: chrisdtgordon.com, though you can still use linktr.ee/chrisdtgordon f...
How (or why) gratitude makes you healthy (Part 3)!
June 30, 2021 10:00 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MBNot only do we finish our three-part series on the health benefits of gratitude (courtesy of the Greater Good Science Center of the University of California-Berkeley), we also discuss my new website (yay), things I could've done better the first half of the year (still yay...?), and my feelings about birthday wishes (DEFINITELY YAY!!!). How Gratitude Supports Health graphic: https://ggsc.berkeley.edu/images/uploads/How_Gratitude_Supports_Health_11x17print_bleed.pdf My website: chrisdtg...
#60: How to teach self-love with Nancy Torres!
June 24, 2021 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBNancy Torres is an author, childhood educator, and meditation guide. She loves inspiring and supporting children in their academic and social-emotional development. Nancy received a B.A. in Corporate Communications from Baruch College, City University of New York, and received an M.A. in Childhood Education and Special Education from New York University. Nancy is bilingual and lives in New York with her husband and son whom they are raising bilingual, as well. Nancy's email: nancytorres.a...
How (or why) gratitude makes you healthy (Part 2)!
June 23, 2021 15:48 - 7 minutes - 6.86 MBSo, last week we discussed how gratitude can positively affect you physically. Today we'll discuss how gratitude also impacts your social life. (Hint: It's all good stuff!) Please like, comment, subscribe, and share this and my other episodes so others can gain inspiration which is basically why I make these episodes. Thanks! My link: https://linktr.ee/chrisdtgordon My email: [email protected] Instagram: @chrisdtgordon Scar Bearers theme music and post-production: @nate...
#59: How to be a warrior grandma with Lynn Warren!
June 17, 2021 10:00 - 20 minutes - 19 MBLynn Warren is a warrior grandmother of three and retired nurse/diabetes educator who survived necrotizing fasciitis and COVID during the same four-month hospitalization. She takes one day at a time as she still has some healing to do. She loves revamping favorite recipes for diabetic people and dogs and hopes to have a recipe book soon. Facebook: Lynn Warren Email: [email protected] My link: https://linktr.ee/chrisdtgordon My email: [email protected] Theme music a...
How (or why) gratitude makes you healthy (Part 1)!
June 16, 2021 12:58 - 8 minutes - 7.6 MBYou've heard me talk about how great gratitude is, but what proof do I have of that...right? You'll need to watch to find out...or click on this link, and then watch the video: https://ggsc.berkeley.edu/images/uploads/How_Gratitude_Supports_Health_11x17print_bleed.pdf My link: https://linktr.ee/chrisdtgordon My email: [email protected] IG: @chrisdtgordon
#58 How to heal over time with Kathleen Sibilski!
June 10, 2021 15:03 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBKathleen Sibilski is a NF survivor who was born in a suburb of Milwaukee and currently live in Delavan, WI. She's a Special Education teacher's aide, an art instructor, a freelance artist, and a voracious reader who's been married for 31 years to her husband Joe, who is a college instructor. They have a 29-year-old son, Jack, and a 24-year-old daughter, Mary, both of whom are musicians. Instagram: @kathytaffaffy email: [email protected] Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SaintIcon ...
How to see people in a whole new way!
June 09, 2021 10:00 - 6 minutes - 6.2 MBWe know the people in our various social circles, but do we really? By using one simple reframing technique, we can find a whole new appreciation in those whom we love and like. My link: https://linktr.ee/chrisdtgordon My email: [email protected]
#57: How to live a full life with Jennifer Borow!
June 03, 2021 10:00 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MBJennifer Borow is a mom of one amazing boy, married to the love of her life and resides in Cleveland, Ohio (city of lights, city of magic). In 2014 Jennifer survived Necrotizing Fasciitis after contracting it from an emergency c-section. After a lengthy recovery, receiving rehab, psychological and trauma counseling, she bounced back and has declared herself ’She-Ra, Princess of Power’. When she is not working her day job as a complex liability adjuster for an insurance company, she is...
How to be a hero!
June 02, 2021 10:00 - 6 minutes - 6.03 MBDo you need a cape and a secret identity to be a hero? No, of course not (just ask Edna Mode). You just need to do one thing! What's that one thing? Well, just listen and find out. ;) My link: https://linktr.ee/chrisdtgordon [email protected]
#56: How to develop your self-worth with Susan Moser!
May 27, 2021 17:13 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBSusan Moser lived in shame, guilt and anger for nearly 30 years. Being born with a rare form of cancer -- the only documented case in a newborn -- Moser didn’t want her health realities to define her life. So she hid them and in that silence grew a deep seeded belief that because she was born with cancer, she was inherently a bad person. This created a debilitating sense of doubt and judgment across all areas of her life, which she ultimately unwound in order to embody sustained empowered se...
How to appreciate the little things in life!
May 26, 2021 10:00 - 4 minutes - 4.17 MBToday (May 26th) is the anniversary of my re-birthday (the date I was discharged from the hospital), so I wanted to share a recent story that reflects the mindset that has motivated me to become a speaker. It's amazing how big of an impact the little things on our lives can have! When's the last time you noticed something seemingly insignificant and felt appreciation for it? Make it today! https://linktr.ee/chrisdtgordon [email protected]
#55: How to not let your past dictate your future with Lisa Kastner!
May 20, 2021 10:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MBSuccessful people are human icebergs: You only see a tiny percentage of what has made them what they are. Case in point, Lisa Kastner is an award-winning author and publisher whose rough upbringing and young adulthood (which included a bout of homelessness) prepared her for obstacles she's had to face as a successful adult. www.runningwildpress.com www.runningwildpress.submittable.com Twitter: @runwildbooks IG: @run.wild.books My website: https://linktr.ee/chrisdtgordon My...
How to own your success and ask for mental help!
May 18, 2021 10:00 - 17 minutes - 16.6 MBDo you downplay your accomplishments? Do you add asterisks to goals you've reached? STOP! Also, if you struggle with your thoughts, please seek help. Mental health is health! www.nami.org My link: https://linktr.ee/chrisdtgordon My email: [email protected] Theme music and post-production by @nateberan
#54: How to unlock your full potential with Joe Petroski
May 13, 2021 13:02 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MBSometimes, the answers you seek lie in places you never thought possible. Joe Petroski is a psychic and profound energy healer and discovered his gifts by overcoming certain death. He trained with the amazing energy healers that saved his life and has been invited to be part of many Native American Ceremonies. His ability to connect with Spirit and to see your complete energy field facilitates profound healings. He can see your subconscious mind, its powers and blocks providing you quick ...
How to get ahead by quitting!
May 11, 2021 13:17 - 9 minutes - 9.06 MBDo you feel that something isn't working and that you should just quit? If it isn't something you love, go ahead. You'll thank yourself (and me) later! Learn what I've quit and how I'm moving forward as a result. https://linktr.ee/chrisdtgordon Theme music and post-production by @nateberan
#53: How to believe in yourself like Arthur Mitchell!
May 06, 2021 14:20 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBDo you know someone who has struggled with a disability all of their life? At the age of 6, Art Mitchell was diagnosed with an eye disease called Keratoconus, an eye disease that presses on your pupil causing blurriness to your vision. Growing up with this disease was not an easy task, as he was bullied for his condition. He endured 7 eye surgeries to correct his vision, and he now speaks of his journey with students and shares his “I AM” message. Facebook: ArthurMitchell Insta...
How to combine your imperfections and interests! (May the 4th be with you, NFers!)
May 04, 2021 10:00 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MBI'm a survivor of a rare disease that has left me forever scarred on a sizable portion of my body. I'm also a huge pop culture geek, and today is Star Wars Day! I talk about how my geekdom has given me new insight into my life-altering situation, and how it might help you, as well! Please click on my link (https://link.tree/chrisdtgordon) to see how The Attitude of Gratitude (TAG) can help you and your young adults overcome their "personal bacteria" and go for greatness with gratitude, gr...
#52: Ty Stingel
April 29, 2021 10:00 - 29 minutes - 27 MBTy Stingel is a 2-time NF and brain surgery survivor from Calgary, Alberta who has answered his faith's call to become a pastor, ESL teacher, missionary, and motivational speaker. https://tystingelinspirationalwriting.wordpress.com/ Twitter: @tylorstingel LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/tylor-stingel-08a79328 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tylorjstingel My link: https://linktr.ee/chrisdtgordon Theme music and post-production by @nateberan
#51: Joyce Lynn Elder
April 22, 2021 10:00 - 39 minutes - 36.7 MBA transplant recipient, former conflict and crisis strategist (and hostage!), Joyce Lynn Elder currently works as a trainer, coach, and consultant, helping attorneys, doctors, and their teams increase satisfaction and productivity through better leadership and communication so they can get back to what (and who) they love. Joyce Lynn Elder Founder, Conflict Options LLC Conflict and Crisis Strategist Conflict Options LLC 718 Griffin Ave #221 • Enumclaw, WA 98022 https://www.linkedin....
#50: How to live unapologetically like Michelle Mras!
April 15, 2021 05:00 - 24 minutes - 23 MBInternational TEDx speaker, success coach/trainer, author, podcast and TV host Michelle Mras (@michellemras) shares her monumental journey from child world traveler to international motivator and leadership professional and how she helps others live life the way she does...unapologetically! Michelle's website: www.michellemras.com My website: www.linktr.ee/chrisdtgordon Theme music and post-production by @nateberan
#49: How to make progress on/reach personal goals in Quarter 2 of 2021
April 08, 2021 05:00 - 9 minutes - 8.65 MBTwenty-five percent of the year have already passed; did you make a lot of progress or a lot of excuses? Use these easy steps to move forward on your personal ambitions in Quarter 2 (or any time of the year)! My link: https://linktr.ee/chrisdtgordon Book me at [email protected]! Theme music and post-production by @nateberan
#48: Reflections
April 01, 2021 11:48 - 14 minutes - 13 MBSo...I made a clerical error recently, and that has affected this and next week. However, I will use this as a teachable moment and impart three nuggets of wisdom. My link: https://linktr.ee/chrisdtgordon Theme music and post-production (usually) @natebrean
#47: Brianna Westmeyer
March 25, 2021 05:00 - 30 minutes - 28.7 MBBrianna is a fellow NF survivor who contracted it after a surgery. She still struggles with pain on the daily, but she is blessed to be alive for her high school sweetheart and two amazing kids! Her Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/brianna.roye... Growing Up Gabriel: https://www.facebook.com/GrowingUpGabe My link: https://linktr.ee/chrisdtgordon Theme music and post production by @nateberan
#46: C.L. King
March 18, 2021 10:00 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBC.L. has used his tragic past to reach about 400,000 people around the world and speak on the power of perseverance. His website: https://linktr.ee/clking My website: https://linktr.ee/chrisdtgordon Post-production and theme music: @nateberan
#45: Tylia Flores
March 11, 2021 06:00 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBSHOW LESSTylia Flores is a 25-year-old born with cerebral palsy. Although her condition has affected her mobility, it has never affected her will and determination to make a difference in the world. Through her many life challenges and obstacles, she discovered her passion for writing. Tylia’s goal in life is to share her stories with the world. In doing so, she hopes to help others with disabilities realize that they, too, have the potential to make their dreams come true. http://www.tyl...
#44: Nicole Roach
March 04, 2021 06:00 - 51 minutes - 47.8 MBNicole is a former educator, fellow NF warrior, a medical zebra, single mother, and believer in the power of positivity. City Moms Blog: https://sanfrancisco.momcollective.co... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nicole.roach... My link: https://linktr.ee/chrisdtgordon Theme music and post production: @nateberan 0 Comments
#43 Justin Altig-Atwood
February 25, 2021 06:00 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBJustin Altig-Atwood is a fellow NF warrior who discusses his story of survival and, among other things, the importance of movement to expedite recovery. Email: [email protected] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/justin.altigatwood Check out my new store, Chris DT Gordon’s TAG and POP Shop, for some inspirational gear! Until March 1, get 10% off your order by using the promo code TAGPOP1. Theme music and post-production by @nateberan.
#42: Wendy Jenkins
February 18, 2021 06:00 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBWendy Jenkins is a leading certified neuroscience-based resilience coach and double-lung transplant recipient who uses her own experiences to help others achieve their goals. Website: https://readyresilience.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wendy.jenkinsj1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ready.resil... LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/resilienc... My website: https://linktr.ee/chrisdtgordon Theme music and post-production by @nateberan
#41: Rick Olson
February 11, 2021 06:00 - 44 minutes - 41.4 MBRick Olson was your everyday, ordinary pharmacist until he had a fateful car accident. Searching for a remedy to his lingering pain, he stumbled upon a discovery that has since transformed him into...The Quantum Pharmacist! https://www.syntropyzone.com My LinkTree link: https://linktr.ee/chrisdtgordon Theme music and post production by @nateberan
Skin grafts!
February 11, 2021 03:20 - 8 minutes - 7.67 MBWanna know how I got these scars? I’ll tell you. Want to know how I deal with these scars? I’ll tell you that, too. You might even gain a little insight into what other people deal with, as well. https://linktr.ee/chrisdtgordon
#40: Kristen Schindler
February 04, 2021 06:00 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBKristen Lee Schindler is a homeschooling mom of three, author of the book “All the Things”, Podcast host of “All the Things with Kristen Schindler”, personal coach, small business owner, and also an international missionary currently working in the country of Sri Lanka. Kristen lives with her husband, Eric, and her children in southern Illinois. She spent over 23 years in the public and private world of education teaching in various capacities with a focus on Language Arts and helping her st...
WandaVision and Death
February 03, 2021 03:19 - 7 minutes - 7.13 MB"It's my channel, and I'll post when I want to!" Starting today, I'll be posting short videos that feature me sharing my ideas on all sorts of things: speaking, geekery, running, NF...whatever fits my fancy. If you have an idea for things I should discuss, feel free to share. Thanks, and please have a great day; now, pass on perfection, and go for greatness! https://linktr.ee/chrisdtgordon
#39: Sarah McMahon
January 28, 2021 06:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBSarah Rose McMahon is a poet, blogger, accomplished ultra-runner, former collegiate athlete based out of Laguna Beach, CA. Her blog, The Prosiest, features articles and insights about running, eating disorders, writing, and mental health. https://www.theprosiest.com My website: https://linktr.ee/chrisdtgordon Theme music and post-production by @nateberan
#38: Sandra Holte
January 21, 2021 06:00 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MBSandra is a very active woman who suffered for years from lipedema. To stop spreading and worsening she underwent operation and caught Necrotizing Fasciitis in her right leg. Just one year later she is able to enjoy running in the forests and mountains again. She shares her recovery experience through her Instagram channel and motivates her followers to focus on the good things in life. Instagram: @necrotizing.fasciitis.survivor and @exploring.trails My Linktree link (including the li...
#37: Annie Harton
January 14, 2021 06:00 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBAnnie is a licensed marriage and family therapist in Indianapolis, IN and the author of Single Truth: You are more than your relationship status. She enjoys brining faith to life and life to faith while helping people to find meaning and purpose in their personal story. Her website: www.annieharton.com Instagram: @annie.harton My website: https://linktr.ee/christgordon Theme music and post production by @nateberan
#36: Win Charles
January 07, 2021 06:00 - 40 minutes - 37.8 MBPodcast host Win Kelly Charles has Cerebral Palsy, and her mission is to help others with physical and mental disabilities to find their voices through written or spoken word, using today's assistive technologies as needed. Win's website: http://askwin.weebly.com/ My website: https://linktr.ee/chrisdtgordon
#35: Gloria Hass
December 31, 2020 06:00 - 24 minutes - 23 MBGloria Hass is a life transition coach with 30 years experience who teaches people about transitioning to the afterlife by using her own experiences as a backdrop. Instagram: ghministries1 or Gloria.Hass YouTube: https://youtube.com/user/gloriahass Twitter: https://twitter.com/gloriahass Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gloriahass9 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gloria-hass-1464a370/ My website o' goodies (including the link to the book I co-authored): https://linktr.ee/chr...
#34: David Figueora
December 24, 2020 06:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBDavid Figueroa shares his story and journey of being diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy since birth. Highlighting many struggles in the education system, and successes as a former 3-sport athlete and 3-time state champion cyclist while being a middle school teacher with CP; with others around the world, to show that there is a light among all the challenges behind it. "If I can do it, so can you!!!" Website: https://linktr.ee/davidscpfitness65 Instagram: @davidscpfitness Youtube: Davidsc...
#33: Jim Fong
December 17, 2020 06:00 - 42 minutes - 39.5 MBJim Fong lives in State College, Pennsylvania with his wife Sharon, son Ethan and puppy Lucy. Jim works as the Chief Research Officer for a nonprofit in Washington, D.C. and is an avid cyclist, beer connoisseur, and fantasy sports guy. He is also a survivor of necrotizing fasciitis. Jim is a graduate of the University of Vermont and a New Englander by heart. Find Jim on Facebook at Jim.Fong and on Twitter at @JimFongUPCEA You can find my links at linktr.ee/chrisdtgordon Theme musi...
#32: Mark Black
December 10, 2020 06:00 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBMark Black is a heart and double-lung transplant recipient-turned-marathon runner who uses his speaking, coaching, and book to help others "break through" their challenges and limitations. Mark’s website: Markblack.ca His Instagram: @markblackspeaks His Facebook: Mark Black, CSP My all-in-one stop: linktr.ee/chrisdtgordon Theme music and post-production by @nateberan
#31: Deborah Ann Davis (Part 2)
December 03, 2020 06:00 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBIn Part 2 of our conversation, Deborah Ann Davis discusses how her car accident has allowed her to connect with people in unexpected ways. Deborah is an award-winning author, speaker, and coach with over three decades of experience in middle and high school education. As a teacher, Deborah has helped countless families replace the pain typical of the tween and teenage years, with fostering positive and healthy relationships, despite adolescent angst. Founder of The Awesome Mom Tribe and a ...
#30: Nancy Gonzalez
November 26, 2020 13:07 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MBNancy Gonzalez is a survivor of domestic violence who escaped an abusive relationship and has become an author, speaker, coach, and podcast host. You can find her at www.nancyencourages.com Visit https://:linktr.ee/chrisdtgordon to see what all I have to offer as a speaker, podcast and Youtube host, and all-around geeky husband and father. You can reach out to Nate and Britton Beran at @nateberan.
#29: David Hollingsworth
November 19, 2020 06:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MBDavid is an award-winning speaker, storyteller, expert in building high-performing teams, and the author of the best selling book “Get Out the Door!” In 2004, David suffered a devastating motorcycle accident that fractured his spine. He had to learn to stand and walk again. David went from a wheelchair to running up the Empire State building, riding to the top of Mount Mitchell, and running the Marine Corps Marathon. You can find David at his website and preview “Get Out The Door!” at ...
#28: Deborah Ann Davis (Part 1)
November 12, 2020 06:00 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBDeborah Ann Davis is an award-winning author, speaker, and coach with over three decades of experience in middle and high school education. As a teacher, Deborah has helped countless families replace the pain typical of the tween and teenage years, with fostering positive and healthy relationships, despite adolescent angst. Founder of The Awesome Mom Tribe and a mother herself, Deborah now applies her experience in education to coaching parenting skills. Armed with a sense of humor, a B.S. ...
#27: Eric Patrick Thomas
November 05, 2020 06:00 - 46 minutes - 43.2 MBEric Patrick Thomas (a.k.a. Mr. inspire) is a Flint, MI native and entrepreneur who is passionate about changing the way people view disabilities. This passion came after a fateful night in 1997, in which Eric suffered a spinal cord injury that paralyzed him from the neck down. Throughout this journey Eric uses his experience to empower resilience and inspire change for people with barriers. In addition to serving the community as a public speaker-both motivationally and at House and Senate...