Still Standing With Valerie Silveira

Hear Valerie's story - from Asking "Why Me?" to "What Can I Do to Change My Life?" This will encourage and empower you to fight, no matter what you are going through. www.valeriesilveira.com

When you are grieving or going through tough times, it may seem impossible or even wrong to laugh. But...laughter is the BEST medicine! There are so many psychological, mental, emotional and even physical benefits to laughter. These stories and perspectives will help you to give yourself permission to laugh. www.valeriesilveira.com

You can live with grief and happiness in the same heart. Learn to embrace the hole in your heart, but don't get swallowed up by it. These perspectives and actions will change the way you manage grief! www.valeriesilveira.com

We all get disappointed by life, and by people. How can you manage those disappointments, or avoid them altogether? Join Valerie for this powerful message and WAYS in which you can manage disappointment. www.valeriesilveira.com

Is putting yourself first "Selfish?" It is especially hard for women, and certainly moms to put ourselves anywhere near the top of the list and certainly, not AT THE TOP! Listen as Valerie explains how it just might be selfish to NOT put yourself at the top of the list. www.valeriesilveira.com

Be careful not to believe everything you see! Reality becomes distorted when we watch other people's lives on social media or in any other way. Help keep proper focus by listening to this message. www.valeriesilveira.com

Changing ANYTHING in your life starts with a decision. Day after day, week after week, month after month, and year after year - you get stuck - unless yo make a serious decision. Action #1 of my Nine Actions to Battle Your Beast is - Decide to Stand Up & Fight. Whatever it is that has you down, your decision could mean the difference between living and really LIVING! www.valeriesilveira.com

Do you ever feel alone, even surrounded by people you love? I felt that way for 13 years as I rode the Roller Coaster From Hell as a result of my daughter's addiction, and my inability to save her. I isolated myself more and more, but even when I was around people, I felt lonely! Join me as I discuss this important topic and what to do about it. Standing with you. www.valeriesilveira.com

If you are wearing a Supermom (or Super something else) Cape in an effort to rescue or save another person, it may be time to take off the Cape. As the mom of an addict, I KNOW how difficult that can be, but learn why it might also be necessary. www.valeriesilveira.com

Do you live with false hope, based on another person's actions or lack of action - followed by devastating disappointment? Join Valerie for another uplifting and empowering message on managing expectations and avoiding those unrealistic expectations followed by devastating disappointment. www.valeriesilveira.com