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Sibling Soapbox Podcast | Author Paulette Ren on Love, Loss & Resilience

In this powerful episode of the Sibling Soapbox Podcast, Heather Evans and Tristan Venture sit down with author Paulette Ren, author of Stolen Moments: Coping with Loss from Multiple Sclerosis.
💜 Paulette shares her deeply personal journey of love, caregiving, and resilience through her husband’s battle with MS. From navigating faith and family challenges to finding strength in grief, Paulette’s story is one of hope, perseverance, and second chances.

✨ In this episode, you’ll hear:
✅ What inspired Paulette to write Stolen Moments
✅ The challenges of caregiving for a spouse with MS
✅ How faith, family, and hospice support carried her through
✅ Spiritual encounters in her husband’s final days 💫
✅ Life after loss: finding joy, writing, and a second act of purpose
✅ Advice for others facing illness, grief, or major life transitions

Her wisdom is heartfelt and inspiring: “Be strong, never give up hope, and take each day as it comes.”
📖 Stolen Moments: Coping with Loss from Multiple Sclerosis is available now on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Walmart, and more.
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Stolen-Moments-Coping-Multiple-Sclerosis-ebook/dp/B0C53L16XC

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Paulette Ren and Her Journey
03:06 Inspiration Behind Writing 'Stolen Moments'
06:00 Understanding Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
09:09 Resilience and Positivity in Adversity
11:56 Family Support and Caregiving Challenges
14:57 Faith and Spirituality During Hard Times
18:10 Experiences with Spirits and the Afterlife
21:00 Exploring Intuition and Esoteric Interests
23:52 Navigating Religious Differences in Family
27:05 A Special Blessing from the Pope
30:03 Reflections on Life, Love, and Loss
35:06 Navigating Independence and Career as a Woman
37:51 Finding Strength After Loss
40:06 Embracing Life After Grief
46:00 Valuing Kindness and Self-Worth
48:04 Inspiration for Future Generations
49:56 Continuing the Journey of Writing

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Is Gen Z really lazy—or are they the generation redefining success?
In this episode of the Sibling Soapbox Podcast, we sit down with our guest, Pierce (a proud Gen Z voice), to explore what this generation actually thinks about work, identity, and the future.
We cover:
✅ Work-life balance vs. grind culture
✅ College, side hustles & entrepreneurship
✅ Inclusivity, LGBTQ+ identity & acceptance
✅ Climate activism & holding corporations accountable
✅ Technology, AI, and global perspectives shaping tomorrow
From challenging stereotypes to demanding purpose and balance, Gen Z is leading change in ways that can’t be ignored.
✨ Join the conversation → What do YOU think about Gen Z’s outlook on work, identity, and change? Comment below!

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Sibling Soapbox: Esoteric Woo Woo
Heather and Tristan open up about their ghostly childhood memories, family experiences with spirits, and the mysterious signs they’ve encountered from loved ones who have passed. From haunted houses and Ouija boards to guardian angels, crystals, and cultural traditions like Día de los Muertos—this episode dives deep into the surreal, the spiritual, and the unexplained.
✨ In this episode:
Growing up in a haunted house
Seeing the same ghost as kids 👦
Paranormal encounters with loved ones after they passed
Cultural perspectives on death & spirits
Empaths, superpowers & the “woo woo” side of life

We want to hear YOUR stories! Have you seen a ghost, felt a presence, or received a sign from the other side? Drop it in the comments ⬇️
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