Jill Haynie & Maggie Briggs
Jill Haynie & Maggie Briggs
Bonus Episode - Brad's Ring
Bonus Episode - Brad's Ring
Bonus Episode - Brad's Ring
Monday 28th August 2023
Jill Haynie shares a heartfelt story of compassion, resilience, and the mysterious significance of a ring from her childhood. Listen to her touching narrative.
Explicit
23 minutes
Compassionate
Empowering
Raw
Transformative
Thought-provoking
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Jill Haynie & Maggie Briggs
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Creative Recovery Journeys
Recovery Reimagined
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Financial Health in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Jill recounts a childhood memory of witnessing a young boy's struggle and offers a simple act of kindness that leaves a lasting impact
- She shares the tragic story of Brad, a beloved neighbor, and the mysterious significance of a cherished ring that weaves through her life
- The narrative encompasses the themes of love, loss, and the turbulent times of the 60s and 70s, offering a raw, emotive glimpse into her personal journey
- Jill's storytelling compels reflection on the power of compassion and the enduring impact of small acts
- The podcast is recorded and produced in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Asheville, North Carolina, featuring sound design, editing, and music by Alexander Rodriguez, and artwork by Lauren Caddick
You never know what kind of impact that you can make, but that pain is where compassion comes from, and I guess it's just a matter of just putting it back out there in whatever little ways that we can.
Jill Haynie, the stone artist with a gift for storytelling, takes us back to her childhood in this touching episode. She shares the memory of a young boy's struggle to master riding a bicycle and how this seemingly small event is forever linked with the story of Brad, a beloved neighbor whose life ended in tragedy.
The episode centers around the mysterious significance of a ring that has woven itself through Jill's life, symbolizing love, loss, and the turbulent times of the 60s and 70s. Jill's raw and emotive narrative invites you to reflect on how small acts of kindness can leave lasting imprints on our lives. Her heartfelt tale captures the essence of compassion and resilience, urging listeners to appreciate the profound impact of simple gestures.