Risa August-The Road Unpaved

Risa August-The Road Unpaved

Author: rrapaport March 6, 2024 Duration: 52:10
Ron talks to Risa August, an artist, writer, world traveler, certified Gestalt practioner, endurance athlete, and a Acromegaly patient and survivor.  In 2011 Risa noticed something was wrong with her body, she began to grow and get larger despite being on a strict regimented diet and competing in endurance events such as cycling, triathlons and mountain hiking. She tells her story of her medical journey of being finally diagnosed after eight years and of her 1845-mile soul healing journey on the Pacific coast highway from Canada to Mexico on a bike while still having a tumor in her body. Sponsors:    Switch to the Box                     www.switchtothebox.com/sandy                     Hero Soap Company-use code RAP for a 10% discount                     www.herosoapcompany.com                           Rare Patient Voice                     https://rarepatientvoice.com/Itsawrapwithrap                                    Links:         risaaugust.com                   https://itsawrapwithrap.com                                                         

The conversations on It’s A Wrap with Rap move beyond simple interviews, digging into the real stories of people who have chosen to confront difficulty with generosity and grit. Each episode is a deep, personal exploration of how individuals from all walks of life have transformed their own struggles into strength, not just for themselves, but for their communities. You’ll hear from guests who have faced down profound challenges-whether personal, professional, or societal-and emerged with a drive to lift others up. These aren’t tales of easy success, but honest reflections on perseverance, the decision to act selflessly, and the cultural and educational insights gained along the way. The podcast thrives on authentic dialogue, offering listeners a chance to understand the mindset and the pivotal moments that define a resilient life. It’s about the practical wisdom found in real-world experience, focusing on how we grow through adversity and how that growth can ripple outward. Tune in for thoughtful, often surprising conversations that wrap up each story with a sense of connection and tangible inspiration for your own journey.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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