Life lessons | Tyra Garlington

REWIND: Legacy is for the living with father and son Courtney and Asa Nero

Posted on August 1, 2026 by Tyra Garlington • 0 Comments

Ray Bradbury, in Fahrenheit 451, says, “Everyone must leave something behind when he dies, my grandfather said. A child, a book, a painting, a house, a wall built, or a pair of shoes made. Or a garden planted. Something your hand touched some way, so your soul has somewhere to go when you die, and when people look at that tree or that flower you planted, you’re there. Dara Horn says. “Every person has a legacy. You may not know your impact, and it may not be something you can write on your tombstone, but every person impacts this world.”……
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REWIND:Were it not for those who care with Second Story’s Abigail Brougher

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

From an outsider’s perspective, it looked like “Santiago” was simply a rebellious kid. At Second Story for Teens in Crisis, however, counselors worked on getting to know him and learning why he was acting out. He opened up and the counselors were there for him, helping him rewrite the narrative for his future. When Timothy began attending Second Story’s Safe Youth Project he was struggling in school. The program coordinator worked to tutor him in the subjects he found especially challenging, and at the end of the school year he won an award for his hard work and progress! When……
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Were It Not For Those Who Cared Featuring David Joyner, Development Manager of Britepaths of Fairfax County

Posted on July 4, 2026 by Tyra Garlington • 0 Comments

So, this week, we begin with a twist to create our common thought space for today. In the words of Isabel Wilkerson in her interview with Krista Tippet on NPR entitled The Heart is the Last Frontier. And I Quote, “With all due respect, I can’t want to!” For some, this is the best of times. For others, it feels like the worst of times. For the wise, it is seen as one season in history. For others, it feels like an impending eternity of uncertainty. Words like ‘us’ and ‘them’ no longer define diversity but decree exclusion. Anger has……
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This is Us featuring Author and Ted Talk speaker Michelle Petties, about Leaving Large Part 2

Posted on June 20, 2026 by Tyra Garlington • 0 Comments

We continue discussing with Michelle Petties., her book, and the mentoring program about Leaving Large. “Life will work for me when I accept … The labels placed on me don’t always fit. With its structures, expectations, and divisions, society has fostered certain ideas about women that are not always flattering. Many people believe that strong women are not feminine and that assertive women cannot be trusted. My all-time favorite is that women who exhibit any degree of clarity about who they are and what they want are dangerous. Do not forget that a bossy woman is domineering, making her the……
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This is Us, featuring Author and Ted Talk speaker about Leaving Large, Ms. Michelle Piettes Part 1

Posted on June 13, 2026 by Tyra Garlington • 0 Comments

I quote “Life will work for me when I accept … The labels placed on me don’t always fit. Society, with all its rules and boundaries, has shaped some less-than-flattering beliefs about women. There are those who say strong women lack femininity or that assertive women cannot be trusted. My personal favorite misconception is that a woman who knows herself and her desires is somehow dangerous. And of course, the old trope that a bossy woman is domineering, earning her that infamous B word. We could go on about the tired myths that women are less intelligent or less capable……
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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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Courageous Conversations about Climate Change Featuring PRX Living on Earth Podcast

Posted on April 25, 2026 by Tyra Garlington • 0 Comments

When you come across the words “climate change,” what stirs inside you? Does curiosity spark? Do you picture your own life, or your children’s future? Maybe you feel uneasy, or perhaps you wonder why it matters at all. Or do you find yourself questioning if climate change is even real? The facts ahead are not here to frighten, but to open our eyes to the state of our planet. This is why they are part of a series called Courageous Conversation. Take a moment to reflect on this: The changes in climate to date have little parallel in human history.……
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