Red carpet ready & hiding behind closed doors

Broken & Truthful thinking Episode 2

In this episode of the "Red Carpet Ready When Hiding Behind Closed Doors" podcast, Patti Pennington delves into her personal reflections on the passage of time, gratitude, and mortality. Upon approaching her 50th birthday, instead of fear or regret, Patti discovers profound gratitude for the continuity of life. She emphasizes starting the day with thankfulness and the importance of appreciating life's simple pleasures amid the clamor of everyday demands. Drawing on experiences from her own life, including a recovery from a stroke, Patti stresses a shift in perspective, valuing the simple abilities we often overlook. She concludes by encouraging listeners to slow down, appreciate life, and remember that their journey isn't over yet.

Red carpet ready & hiding behind closed doors

In this thought-provoking episode of the "Red Carpet Ready When Hiding Behind Closed Doors" podcast, host Patti Pennington delves deep into the often-ignored issue of concealing emotions and putting on a brave face when dealing with internal struggles. Sharing her own journey from battling depression and suppressing her feelings to finding help and recovery, Patti sheds light on the societal norms of keeping personal problems private and maintaining a perfect outward image. She highlights the importance of seeking support when it's needed and the courage it takes to face and share one's pain. Concluding the episode, she underscores that expressing emotional problems should be normalized and encouraged, and reassures listeners that experiencing difficulty does not signify defeat.