Sometimes a single month can hold enough joy, loss, wonder, and meaning to rearrange the way you see your entire life. In this episode, I share three moments that arrived unexpectedly and changed me in ways I didn't anticipate.

You'll hear about neighbors who taught me something about legacy, a newborn who altered my sense of what truly matters, and a friend whose final wish reminded me of the impact one life can have.

It is a story of beginnings and endings, presence and absence, and the quiet space where both shape us. I rarely talk about my personal life at this depth, but this season held lessons too important to keep to myself.

If you've ever had a stretch of time that left you different than it found you, this episode may feel familiar. And if you haven't, it may open your eyes to the shifts happening right now in your own life.

Take a few minutes. Slow down. Join me for a story about what really matters.

Quotes by Dr. Bray

"The most extraordinary parts of our lives are never bought, scheduled, or wrapped—they are lived, shared, and loved."

"Uncomplicated joy doesn't ask you to produce, achieve, or prove anything."

"The bonds you feel standing in a driveway listening to family stories can outlast trips, summers, and even loss."