This week, we sit down with Richard, author of the two-part memoir Spring Flower. Richard shares the powerful story of his mother’s life—growing up in poverty in China, immigrating to the United States, and the heartfelt agreement they made to complete her memoir together. It’s a moving, multigenerational journey of resilience, identity, and storytelling. Don’t miss it

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This week, we sit down with Liz, founder of the inspiring company Balm Box. Liz shares her journey through multiple battles with cancer, the strength it took to face ongoing medical challenges, and how those experiences led her to create Balm Box—a business rooted in empathy and resilience. Join us for a moving and uplifting conversation.

Visit Balm Box’s Website: www.TheBalmBox.com

Find Balm Box on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/BalmBoxIG

Find Balm Box on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBalmBox

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Learn more about Kevin’s Professional Speaking and Acting at www.kevincrispin.com

Check out Kevin’s substack: https://allconviction.substack.com

Get your very own “Sad Schwag”: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hysteria51/albums/253388-sad-times-podcast?ref_id=9022

Editorial note: Behind Beautiful Things is committed to sharing various stories from generous guests. The hope is to allow any number of stories to be shared to help people feel less alone and, perhaps, more empathetic. It is important to clarify that the guests’ stories, perspectives, and sentiments do not necessarily reflect the views and beliefs of Behind Beautiful Things in any way. Please note that Behind Beautiful Things is in no way a substitute for medical or professional mental health support.

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This week, we sit down with Leif for a powerful and candid conversation. He shares his experiences growing up, receiving a diagnosis of Schizoaffective Disorder, navigating hospitalization, and the ongoing process of healing. We also dive into the incredible writing he’s doing today. Don’t miss this inspiring episode.

Please note: This episode contains descriptions and discussion of suicidal ideation. Please take care while listening.

Visit Leif’s website: www.edmontonwriter.com

Leif’s current blog:https://leifgregersen.substack.com

Listing of all of Leif’s newspaper and magazine articles: https://muckrack.com/leif-gregersen

Link to short documentary about Leif: https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/video/1.6575117

On Amazon.com or Amazon.ca, Search for the following book titles, available on kindle or paperback:

-"Through the Withering Storm"

-"Inching Back to Sane"

-"Alert and Oriented x3"

Class sets available through author, contact leif.n.gregersen@gmail.com

Behind Beautiful Things Website: www.sadtimespodcast.com

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Follow Behind Beautiful Things on Instagram: @behindbeautifulthingspodcast

Learn more about Kevin’s Professional Speaking and Acting at www.kevincrispin.com

Check out Kevin’s substack: https://allconviction.substack.com

Get your very own “Sad Schwag”: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hysteria51/albums/253388-sad-times-podcast?ref_id=9022

Editorial note: Behind Beautiful Things is committed to sharing various stories from generous guests. The hope is to allow any number of stories to be shared to help people feel less alone and, perhaps, more empathetic. It is important to clarify that the guests’ stories, perspectives, and sentiments do not necessarily reflect the views and beliefs of Behind Beautiful Things in any way. Please note that Behind Beautiful Things is in no way a substitute for medical or professional mental health support.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.