Discover the real story behind Burn the Map—and what it means to live with unbreakable courage when life doesn’t go as planned.In this kickoff episode of the 14-part Burn the Map podcast series, I share why I wrote the book and what I hope it unlocks for you. I’ll take you inside the slow unraveling of my life, my daughter Jamie’s addiction and murder, and how I found the strength to keep going—not with a plan, but with raw, imperfect courage.You'll also get a preview of what’s ahead in the series and meet some of the Warriors whose stories are woven into the book.In this episode:Why Burn the Map had to be writtenThe power of courage, even when it’s messyHow your story—no matter where you’re starting—is still being writtenWhat to expect in upcoming episodesYour story matters, so live it courageously!📚Grab a copy of Burn the Map: http://bit.ly/4k3UhoT📌 Helpful Links & Resources▶️ Watch the video version on YouTube🌐 Visit Valerie’s Website💪 Learn more about Warrior Freedom Mentoring📚 Explore Valerie’s Books 💬 Stay Connected on Social: Facebook📷 Instagram🔗 LinkedIn
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Life is messy, unpredictable, and sometimes downright brutal. So how do you keep going when everything falls apart?
That’s exactly what we talk about on Brave, Bold & Unfiltered. This isn’t your typical “feel-good” podcast—it’s raw, real, and unfiltered. My son Sean and I have honest conversations about courage, resilience, grief, faith, and navigating life’s unexpected twists.
Why do I care so much about this? Because I’ve lived it. My daughter Jamie was shot at 18 and miraculously survived—but that moment led to a 15-year battle with addiction that nearly destroyed both of us. Then, 12 years and 12 days...