902 | Your Past Gives You the Lessons to Change Your Future with Valerie J. Walsh

In this episode, I am speaking with Best-Selling Author, Inspirational Speaker, Mental Health Advocate, Valerie J. Walsh. Valerie is a best-selling author, inspirational speaker, and transformational leader known for turning pain into purpose. After losing her mother to suicide, surviving cancer twice, and overcoming addiction, Valerie made the bold decision not just to heal—but to serve. Her story is one of deep resilience, raw honesty, and a powerful commitment to helping others rise from their own darkest moments.

Through her books Shattered to the Core and COREAGEOUS, she delivers messages of hope, faith, and self-leadership. Valerie speaks from the heart, guiding others to uncover courage, confront hidden struggles, and embrace growth even when it’s messy. As a certified fitness professional, corporate flight attendant, and mental health advocate, she blends high-performance living with soul-driven impact.

Valerie’s mission is clear: to help people lead with authenticity, live with courage, and never let their past define their future. Her favourite truth? Your past isn’t your prison—it’s your platform.

HIGHLIGHTS
00:00:29 - Valerie's Personal Background
00:01:30 - Loss and Transformation
00:02:37 - Health Challenges
00:03:29 - Survival Mode
00:05:27 - Early Steps to Thriving
00:06:06 - The Importance of Recovery
00:08:11 - Impact of Sobriety
00:10:58 - Personal Growth Through Sobriety
00:13:11 - Faith and Daily Practices
00:18:39 - Writing and Sharing Her Story
00:20:36 - Books and Their Significance
00:24:37 - Heart-Centered Leadership
00:26:27 - Mental Health Advocacy
00:30:36 - Conversations Around Suicide
00:32:15 - Preventative Measures for Mental Health
00:36:08 - Closing Thoughts on Connection

Connect with Valerie
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valeriejwalshauthor
Website: https://valeriejwalsh.com/

Marsha Vanwynsberghe — NLP Storytelling Trainer, OUTSPOKEN NLP Coaching Certification, Author, Speaker, and Podcaster

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