Inspiration | Tyra Garlington

Stories you tell yourself when the White House calls with Ashwani Jain

Posted on May 30, 2026 by Tyra Garlington • 0 Comments

This month, we dive into the theme of “Stories We Grew Up with” and explore how the tales we heard and the ones we whispered to ourselves have shaped who we are. These stories have colored our actions, our hopes, and the way we see the world. In the end, I believe each of us is not just a storyteller, but a living story. Author David Denborough, Ph.D. writes, “Who we are and what we do are influenced by the stories that we tell ourselves…There are many events in our lives, but only some become part of the storylines of……
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What About the Children? A Look Inside the World of Gen Z Featuring Dr. Unnatti Jain

Posted on May 23, 2026 by Tyra Garlington • 0 Comments

Time and again, I have seen that the most precious gifts we can offer children are the sturdy roots of responsibility and the soaring wings of independence. They truly are remarkable! No matter if I wore the hat of educator, author, speaker, talk show host, business owner, or survivor, one question has always echoed in my heart: What about the children? Today, we will explore the challenges we face together, focusing on Generation Z. With Gen Z representing nearly a fifth of the US population, their voices and struggles cannot be overlooked. Alarming statistics reveal that more than half of……
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REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES. This movie changed me. A Conversation with NPR movie critic Lily Persy and guest commentator, Virgie Tovar

Posted on May 16, 2026 by Tyra Garlington • 0 Comments

“Jimmy, Ana’s boyfriend, says, “You’re not fat. You’re beautiful.” She is both. “Real Women Have Curves” doesn’t argue that Ana is beautiful on the “inside,” like the Gwyneth Paltrow character in “Shallow Hal,” but that she is beautiful inside and out–love handles, big boobs, round cheeks, and all. “Turn the lights on,” she shyly tells Jimmy. “I want you to see me. See, this is what I look like.” Ana has learned to accept herself. It is more than her mother can do. There have been several movies recently about the second generation of children of immigrants–Indian, Filipino, Chinese, Korean,……
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REWIND: You are Never Too Old to Get Rich Featuring Author and Financial Strategist, Kerry Hannon

Posted on May 2, 2026 by Tyra Garlington • 0 Comments

“An entrepreneur herself and leading expert on people 50 years and older, Kerry Hannon draws powerful lessons from the mid-life entrepreneurs she profiles. Her enthusiasm about the opportunities is inspiring, her cautions are practical and refreshing, and her insights into later life entrepreneurship ars spot-on. I love this book.” -Chris Farrell, author of Purpose and Paycheck. Beyond being a nationally recognized expert and strategist on career transitions, personal finance, and retirement, I enjoyed learning about Kerry’s family and life experiences that helped to inform the WHO and WHY she is today. Horses play an exciting role. Listen, get more innovative,……
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Meet Phenomenal Woman Jena Olsen: Passionate Wellness and Aging Expert; Exercise Physiologist, Pianist, Artist, and Athlete

Posted on April 18, 2026 by Tyra Garlington • 0 Comments

Sometimes, survival calls us to become our own greatest cheerleaders. We are not simply heading toward a destination; we are the journey itself, unfolding with every step. Even when we pause, we set things in motion by loving, serving, nurturing, and uplifting those around us. We are living proof that love is not passive; it moves, it acts, it transforms. At times, we stand at the crossroads between the comfort of old habits and the thrilling unknown of our potential. In those moments of doubt, when you wonder, “Am I enough?” remember this: you absolutely are. Each of us not……
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Rotary Opens Opportunities Through Service: Healing the Wreakage with Dr. Sarah A. John in Haiti

Posted on April 11, 2026 by Tyra Garlington • 0 Comments

“It’s true that, depending upon which community to ultimately decide to call a second home, you might just be the only medical professional available to meet the needs of multitudes. The more remote the community in a developing country, the less likely it is to have a Western-trained medical professional. You are likely to be very welcomed in your new community, but you should also expect to be viewed as an outsider and treated as such until you’ve established yourself and proven your abilities. You’ll need to work with the community’s healers and find common ground in the provision of patient……
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Women’s History Month Celebrates Michelle Obama

Posted on March 21, 2026 by Tyra Garlington • 0 Comments

March arrives with a flourish, ushering in National Women’s History Month—a lively tribute that shines a spotlight on the remarkable and lasting impact women have stitched into the story of our nation. Frankly Speaking with Tyra G is celebrating this month with a new perspective. We dive into the journeys of phenomenal women, exploring how we weather both storms and sunshine, and the unwavering courage that propels us onward. We are journeys in motion, stories unfolding with every step. Even in our stillness, we love, serve, nurture, encourage, and empower—living proof that love is a verb. Yet at times, we……
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Where Leadership, Service, and Sustainability Meet Featuring Ms. Ravi Cooper, Rotary District Governor 2025-2026 President and CEO of the United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Posted on March 14, 2026 by Tyra Garlington • 0 Comments

Take a moment to let this settle in your heart. Some women reach great heights yet quietly wonder, “Is this all there is?” Others dwell in the shadows of shame, unable to untangle their worth from their wounds, not realizing that shame steals joy. There are also women who pour themselves into endless responsibilities, forgetting to show themselves the kindness they offer others. Their voices whisper, “I’m tired,” and sometimes cry out, “I’m tired of being tired!” The Frankly Speaking table becomes a sanctuary, a place where women leap bravely into vulnerability and discover restoration, renewal, resilience, and joy waiting……
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Women’s History Month Celebrates Service Women of the Vietnam War

Posted on March 10, 2026 by Tyra Garlington • 0 Comments

Women’s History Month is celebrating veterans and active-duty military who keep us and have kept us out of constant harm’s way, often at great costs. Women’s History Month is a powerful opportunity to honor the remarkable contributions of both veterans and active-duty military personnel. These courageous individuals have dedicated their lives to safeguarding our freedoms, often at great personal sacrifice. As we reflect on this, we also recognize that this year marks the 102nd anniversary of the end of World War I, a poignant reminder that war has shaped our collective history in profound ways. My mission is to share……
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Rotarians Meesh Peters and Sam Marigu create family beyond borders from Virginia to villiges in Africa.

Posted on January 27, 2026 by Tyra Garlington • 0 Comments

We find ourselves in a season of uncertainty, with unrest stirring beneath the surface. Each of us has felt the delicate threads of our lives and communities pulled taut. These are days that test us. Yet, these are also days to embrace boundless empathy, to recognize that you are stronger than you realize, and to lift up voices that carry hope. Now is the moment to rethink what truly matters, to remember that the One who began the story is still writing miracles, and to let encouragement and service guide our steps. Yet sometimes, to keep going and to serve……
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