Ep. 60- The Unexpected Life Following a Quick Marriage at 22 with Melanie Galaviz

More Than Your Age

In this deeply moving episode, we dive into the profound journey of resilience and hope with our guest, Melanie Galaviz. Melanie shares her story of enduring unimaginable pain as a newly married woman at 22, and how she navigated through life's darkest moments with courage and determination. Despite the difficulties, Melanie never felt like a victim and found strength in her husband's resilience. She shares the importance of allowing oneself to feel emotions but not staying in a negative mindset. Melanie shares her journey of supporting her husband through cancer, creating a bucket list, and finding purpose after his passing. She emphasizes the importance of not letting pain define oneself and shifting perspective on other people's pain. Melanie also discusses her decision to leave her career and start a new business, focusing on STEAM education. She encourages women to find their purpose, take action, and surround themselves with supportive people. Through her candid reflections, Melanie reminds us that even in our most difficult seasons, there is potential for growth and transformation.

Takeaways

-Life can take unexpected turns, and it's important to adapt and support each other through challenges.

-Grief and difficult emotions are a natural part of the journey, but it's crucial to find ways to move forward and not stay in a victim mindset.

-Finding strength in resilience and focusing on the positive aspects of life can help navigate difficult times. Don't let pain define who you are. Choose to live life on your own terms and not be a victim.

-Shift your perspective on other people's pain and empathize with their experiences, recognizing that everyone's pain is valid.

-Create a bucket list and prioritize experiences that bring joy and fulfillment.

-Find purpose in your pain and use it as a driving force to make a positive impact in the world.

-Take action and keep moving forward, even in the face of challenges and setbacks.

-Surround yourself with supportive and like-minded people who can uplift and inspire you.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

00:42 Meeting and Quick Marriage

10:15 Husband's Health Issues Begin

16:07 Cancer Diagnosis

23:37 Daily Life and Challenges

29:38 Grieving the Loss of Fertility

32:54 Separation and Reconciliation

35:11 Not Feeling Like a Victim

36:10 Not Letting Cancer Define Them

39:08 Shifting Perspective on Other People's Pain

44:24 Creating a Bucket List

46:02 Dealing with Grief and Starting a Foundation

51:55 Leaving a Career and Starting a New Business

59:36 Opening a STEAM Enrichment Center

01:05:38 Finding Purpose and Taking Action

Connect with Melanie:

Snapology: https://www.snapology.com/texas-grapevine/

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