Jay Casale
Jay Casale
Cement Balls
Cement Balls
Cement Balls
Sunday 14th June 2020
Join Jay as he chats with Teresa Troiani about her journey through grief, resilience, and strength as a traveling nurse during the pandemic.
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Get the buttons here!Cement Balls and Unicorns: Teresa Troiani's Journey Through Grief and Strength
I have mental health issues and ocd and all these things that I figured out that if I just point it in the right direction, then I can use it for good and not use it to torture myself.
What do cement balls, unicorn costumes, and a global pandemic have in common? Teresa Troiani. In this episode of 'The Lighter Side with Jay', Teresa, a traveling nurse, opens up about her unique coping mechanisms and the heavy emotional load she carries. From crafting her own cement weights to keep up her exercise routine during quarantine to donning a gigantic unicorn costume for her nieces and nephews, Teresa's story is anything but ordinary. But it's not all fun and games.
Teresa also shares the profound grief of losing her father and the frustration of being unable to complete nursing school due to a technicality. Her role as a frontline nurse during the pandemic has been fraught with challenges, but it has also been a period of personal growth and resilience. Jay and Teresa dive into some tough conversations about race, social justice, and the power dynamics within healthcare and law enforcement.
They also touch on the impact of the pandemic on small businesses and how Teresa has navigated these turbulent times. Despite the heavy topics, there's a silver lining as they discuss the importance of finding strength and hope amidst adversity. If you're looking for a story that blends humor, heartache, and inspiration, this episode is a must-listen. Teresa's journey is a testament to the human spirit's ability to adapt and thrive, even in the most challenging circumstances.