Stories of Change: Helping You Navigate What's Next

Life doesn’t come with a roadmap. We’re all figuring it out as we go.

I’m Judy Oskam, and on Stories of Change, I talk with people about the changes and unexpected turns that have shaped their lives—and what they’ve learned along the way.

Sometimes change is a choice. Sometimes it isn’t. I’m curious about how people find their way through it. What helped? What did they learn?

Maybe you’re navigating a career change, moving through a life transition, or wondering what you want your next chapter to look like. These conversations are a reminder that there’s more than one way forward.

Because sometimes someone else’s story gives us a little wisdom, a new perspective, or just what we need to help us figure out what’s next.

Welcome to Stories of Change: Helping You Navigate What’s Next.

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Stories of Change: Helping You Navigate What's Next

My MOM

May 08, 2022 • My Mom Joan • Episode 44

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Mother's Day Spotlight

On this episode, I'm super excited to share this interview with my MOM - Joan (pronounced Jo Ann). She talks about what it was like to be a woman in the 1950's. During our conversation, Mom and I discuss the importance of family, travel, love and the power of choice.

Resilient

My folks were from Cedar Rapids, Iowa and met in high school. They started out with little money, worked hard and had to start over again in their 60's. I've always admired their resilience.

Character

I asked Mom to share some wisdom for her 5 grandchildren.

"If my grandchildren realized how important it is to be honest and decent, then that will get you through everything. ...."

"You are known by the friends you keep."

"Don't hide your light under a bushel."

Relationships

"Every couple remembers the time that they fell in love. It's always just a moment in time.'"

For my Mom and Dad, their moment was at the top of a carnival Ferris wheel. You'll hear her relive the story.

"I remember the touch, the colors, the lights.."

"It just happens.."

About Stories of Change

Life doesn't come with a roadmap. We're all figuring it out as we go.

I'm Judy Oskam, and on Stories of Change, I talk with people about the changes and unexpected turns that have shaped their lives—and what they've learned along the way.

Maybe you're navigating a career change, moving through a life transition, or designing your next chapter. Someone else's story might give you a little wisdom to figure out what's next.