In this episode of Girls with Grafts, Amber and Rachel are joined by 19-year-old burn survivor and aspiring author and speaker, Lovely Bruce. Lovely shares her burn story, her experience growing up as a survivor, and the moments that taught her resilience, faith, and the courage to embrace her scars. 💪

Together, we explore how Lovely found confidence in her identity, the power of speaking with purpose, and why she’s passionate about helping others find strength in their own stories. 🫶 Lovely also reflects on her first-ever Phoenix World Burn Congress—what it meant to feel truly seen and supported by community, and why connection is such an essential part of healing.

This is a conversation filled with wisdom, heart, and the powerful voice of a young survivor determined to make an impact!

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Lovely Bruce is a nineteen-year-old Alabama native and a student at Alabama State University. She dreams of becoming a book writer, motivational speaker, and social media influencer. At the age of six, she survived a backyard fire that resulted in third-degree burns covering forty percent of her body. That life-changing experience shaped who she is today, teaching her resilience, faith, and the power of speaking with purpose.

As a burn survivor, Lovely is passionate about advocating for the burn community, spreading awareness, and helping others embrace their true selves. She loves encouraging people to find strength in their stories and to see their scars—whether physical or emotional—as reflections of endurance and hope.

👉Learn more about Phoenix World Burn Congress: https://www.phoenix-society.org/phoenix-wbc

👉Follow Lovely on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/burntbae/?hl=en

👉Follow Lovely on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/atlantis.love.16

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In our latest episode of Girls with Grafts, we sit down with Dr. Kenny Tello, Corporate Director of Team Member Well-Being at Orlando Health, where he leads initiatives that empower people, elevate leaders, and build cultures rooted in care, connection, and transformation.

Together, we dive into the healing world of pet therapy! 🐾 Dr. Tello helps us understand the science behind pet therapy, the importance of proper pet handling and program design, and the emotional benefits that animals offer in restoring trust, reducing anxiety, and supporting trauma recovery. He also offers practical guidance for anyone interested in launching a pet therapy program—from safety and structure to purpose and impact.

Join us as Dr. Tello helps us rethink care, embrace empathy, and explore how even four paws can help transform the human spirit! 🐶

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Dr. Kenny Tello serves as the Corporate Director of Team Member Well-Being at Orlando Health, where he leads initiatives that empower team members and equip leaders to foster a culture of care and organizational transformation. With over 20 years of clinical experience and extensive research in Industrial and Organizational Psychology and Leadership, he is recognized as an expert in mental health and human performance. Dr. Tello has been instrumental in developing nationally recognized programs and has consulted globally on critical incident protocols. Dr. Tello continues to champion science-based strategies to help individuals and organizations thrive.

👉 Read Dr. Tello’s article “Pet Therapy as a Healing Art: How Animals Help Us Heal in Hospitals:” https://www.phoenix-society.org/resources/pet-therapy-as-a-healing-art-how-animals-help-us-heal-in-hospitals

👉 Read “One Family, Two Dogs, and a Whole Lot of Love:” https://www.phoenix-society.org/resources/one-family-two-dogs-and-a-whole-lot-of-love

👉 Read “FAQ: Pets at Home After Burn Injury:” https://www.phoenix-society.org/resources/faq-pets-at-home-after-burn-injury

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In this episode of Girls with Grafts, Amber and Rachel are joined by 20-year-old burn survivor and future Occupational Therapist, Ali Moll. Ali shares her story of becoming a burn survivor at just two and a half years old after falling into a campfire and how that moment shaped her journey, identity, and purpose.

Together, we explore the powerful impact of her support system growing up, how her experiences influenced her self-confidence, and how she learned to embrace her scars as a source of strength rather than a limitation. ✨

Now a student at the University of Wisconsin–Madison studying to become an Occupational Therapist, Ali talks about her passion for helping others heal. 💛 She shares why she became a Phoenix SOAR Peer Supporter, her desire to help survivors feel seen and supported, and her advice for those learning to navigate their own healing journey.

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Today's guest is Ali Moll! Ali is 20 years old and became a burn survivor at the age of two and a half when she fell into a camp fire. She is currently in college at UW Madison studying to become an Occupational Therapist!

👉 Learn more about Phoenix SOAR (Survivors Offering Assistance in Recovery): https://resources.phoenix-society.org/phoenix-soar

👉 Download “Beyond Surviving: Tools for Social Empowerment:” https://resources.phoenix-society.org/beyond-surviving-whitepaper

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