• When Everything Falls Apart: From Single Mom to Braille Teacher — Gail Showalter
    Feb 18 2026
    Sometimes life doesn’t just change your plans — it changes everything. In this episode of The SwagAbility Show, I sit down with Gail Showalter, a former high school teacher who found herself raising three children alone after losing the marriage, the security, and the future she thought she had built. What followed was a calling she never expected. In her 40s, Gail went back to school to become a certified Braille instructor, working one-on-one with children who were blind or visually impaired. Through this work, she discovered something powerful — resilience isn’t taught through sight, but through belief. We talk about: • Teaching children born without vision • Learning Braille later in life • Parenting as a single mom • Starting over in your 40s • Encouragement over judgment • And why baby steps still move you forward Today, Gail leads a nonprofit helping single mothers return to school and rebuild their futures — financially, emotionally, and spiritually. If you’ve ever felt like it’s too late to start again, this conversation will remind you that purpose often begins when everything else falls apart. Chapters: 00:00 – When Life Changes Direction 01:00 – Losing Stability as a Single Mom 03:25 – An Unexpected Calling to Teach the Blind 05:45 – Going Back to College in Your 40s 08:05 – Learning Braille from Scratch 10:30 – Teaching Children Without Sight 12:55 – Early Development for Blind Infants 15:20 – Understanding Braille & Tactile Learning 17:45 – First Experiences in the Resource Room 19:50 – Adapting Classroom Materials 22:15 – Lessons Learned from Students 24:40 – Staying Connected Years Later 26:50 – From Teacher to Advocate for Single Moms 28:20 – Launching a Nonprofit 30:45 – Faith as Motivation 32:45 – Compassion Over Judgment 35:05 – Helping Women Return to School 37:30 – Baby Steps Toward Change 39:50 – How to Connect with Gail To learn more about Swagability visit us at www.swagability.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
    Show More Show Less
    47 mins
  • Unlocking Hope: A Non-Surgical Approach to Chronic Pain with Dr. William Moyle
    Feb 10 2026
    Unlocking Hope: A Non-Surgical Approach to Chronic Pain with Dr. William Moyle

    Life can change in a moment — through illness, disability, trauma, or burnout — and when it does, too many people are left feeling unseen and unheard. In this episode, Dr. William Moyle shares his groundbreaking three-step system that offers a hopeful, non-invasive alternative to chronic pain treatment. Whether you're living with pain, caring for someone, or simply seeking new ways to heal, this conversation shines a light on the body's remarkable ability to recover when correctly supported.

    In this episode

    • The true cause of chronic pain is a problem, not just its symptoms
    • The proven three-step system to discover and address root causes
    • Why age is not a barrier to healing and regeneration
    • How body's cells regenerate and what that means for sustained recovery
    • Real stories from pro athletes and everyday heroes whose lives changed
    • The importance of listening to the patient over relying solely on scans
    • Practical steps for assessing and treating pain without surgery
    • How natural movement and biomechanics play critical roles in healing
    • Hope for those with long-standing or complex pain conditions
    • Resources for finding practitioners aligned with systemic, logic-based care

    Timestamps

    00:00 - The hidden truth behind chronic pain and a new approach
    02:20 - The importance of discovering the real cause of pain, not just masking symptoms
    03:49 - How the body’s cells regenerate and the impact on healing
    06:42 - Surprising patient results and what sets Dr. Moyle’s system apart
    08:38 - The assessments and tools that reveal the root cause
    10:06 - How long it takes to see meaningful recovery and what influences it
    12:57 - Real stories from athletes and clients whose lives transformed
    16:17 - The personal journey that led Dr. Moyle into this innovative practice
    22:05 - The intersection of chiropractic philosophy and body self-healing
    26:27 - The future of pain management amid societal and technological shifts
    29:04 - Hope for those with disabilities and how natural healing still works
    33:59 - The importance of avoiding masking and embracing the body's natural recovery
    36:03 - Practical tips on nutrition and lifestyle for reducing inflammation
    38:43 - How to find a practitioner who understands biomechanics and systemic care
    41:11 - Final encouragement: Your body has the potential to heal

    Resources & Links

    • Linktree - Dr. William Moyle – Find more about his practice and resources

    How to connect:

    • For consultations or questions, visit Dr. Moyle’s Linktree
    • Follow Dr. William Moyle on Facebook for latest research insights

    Brought to you by SwagAbility - thrive where life finds you!

    swagability.com @SwagAbilityLive on YouTube

    Show More Show Less
    49 mins
  • Why Diets Fail: Trauma-Informed Nutrition, Metabolism & Healing with Lisa Franz
    Jan 3 2026

    Most diets fail — and it’s not your fault. In this powerful episode of The Swagability Show, trauma-informed nutritionist Lisa Franz explains how diet culture, trauma, and metabolism intersect, and what true healing with food can look like.

    Why do diets fail so often — and why does the blame almost always fall on our bodies instead of the system?

    In this episode of The Swagability Show, Stephen Wagstaff sits down with trauma-informed nutritionist Lisa Franz to unpack the deep harm caused by diet culture, metabolic myths, and one-size-fits-all wellness advice. Together, they explore how trauma, chronic stress, and survival biology impact our relationship with food — and why healing starts with safety, not restriction.

    This conversation is especially important for people living with chronic illness, disability, trauma histories, caregivers, and anyone who has felt “broken” by dieting. Lisa shares compassionate insights on metabolism, intuitive nourishment, and how to rebuild trust with your body without shame or fear.

    ✨ This episode is not about weight loss.
    ✨ It’s about dignity, nervous system regulation, and sustainable care.
    ✨ You deserve support — not punishment — in your healing journey.

    If this conversation resonates, consider supporting The Swagability Show so we can continue bringing trauma-informed voices to the world.

    🔑 Key Takeaways
    • Most diets fail because they ignore trauma, biology, and nervous system safety
    • Metabolism is adaptive — not broken — especially under chronic stress
    • Diet culture often retraumatizes people with chronic illness and disability
    • Healing with food starts with compassion, not control
    • Trauma-informed nutrition prioritizes safety, autonomy, and trust
    • You are not failing your body — your body is protecting you

    Chapters:

    00:00 – Why Most Diets Fail

    02:15 – Diet Culture & Moralizing Food

    05:40 – Trauma, Stress & Metabolism

    10:30 – Why Your Body Isn’t Broken

    15:45 – Chronic Illness & Nutrition Shame

    21:10 – What Trauma-Informed Nutrition Means

    27:30 – Rebuilding Trust with Your Body

    33:50 – Letting Go of Restriction & Control

    39:20 – Sustainable Healing & Compassion

    45:10 – Final Thoughts & Support the Show

    Follow Swagability
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swagabilitylive/
    • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@swagabilitylive
    • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-wagstaff-1a780a279/
    • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SwagAbilityLive

    ❤️ Support the mission:
    https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donation-form/donate-to-change-lives-today

    #TraumaInformed #DietCulture #ChronicIllness #IntuitiveEating #PodMatch #Swagability #HealingNotHustle

    Show More Show Less
    1 hr and 1 min
  • Redefining Identity After Disability—What No One Prepares You For
    Jan 1 2026

    Disability changes more than your body—it changes how the world sees you.
    A powerful conversation about identity, resilience, and rebuilding life after loss.

    In this episode of The Swagability Show, Peter Toress shares his lived experience navigating disability, identity, and resilience after life-altering change. With honesty and depth, Peter reflects on what it means to adapt when your sense of self is challenged—and how meaning is rebuilt through vulnerability, support, and persistence.

    This conversation explores the emotional realities of disability, the grief that often follows loss of ability or independence, and the pressure to redefine who you are in a world that wasn’t built for difference. Peter speaks to the importance of dignity, mental health, and being seen as a whole person—not a diagnosis.

    If you or someone you love is living with disability, chronic illness, or a major life transition, this episode offers validation, insight, and hope grounded in real experience.

    Topics include:
    • Disability and identity
    • Mental health and resilience
    • Grief, loss, and adaptation
    • Living with uncertainty
    • Finding purpose after life changes
    • Why representation and empathy matter

    🎧 The Swagability Show is a trauma-informed podcast amplifying lived experience at the intersection of disability, mental health, and human dignity.

    Chapters:

    00:00 Introduction: Identity and Life Change

    02:42 When Disability Redefines Your World

    06:11 The Emotional Impact No One Prepares You For

    09:58 Grief, Loss, and Letting Go of Old Versions

    13:44 Mental Health and the Cost of Silence

    17:26 Rebuilding Identity After Disability

    21:08 The Role of Support and Community

    24:57 Living With Uncertainty Day to Day

    28:41 Redefining Strength and Success

    32:15 Words of Hope for Anyone Struggling

    35:40 What Living Fully Really Means

    ✅ KEY TAKEAWAYS

    • Disability often reshapes identity, not just daily life
    • Grief is a natural response to life-altering change
    • Mental health support is essential, not optional
    • Strength looks different for everyone
    • Dignity and representation matter
    • Lived experience deserves to be heard and respected

    #PodMatch #SwagAbility #DisabilityAwareness
    #MentalHealthMatters #Resilience

    🌐 CONNECT WITH THE SWAGABILITY SHOW

    📸 Instagram
    https://www.instagram.com/swagabilitylive/

    🎵 TikTok
    https://www.tiktok.com/@swagabilitylive

    💼 LinkedIn
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-wagstaff-1a780a279/

    ▶️ YouTube
    https://www.youtube.com/@SwagAbilityLive

    💛 SUPPORT / DONATION LINK

    Support The Swagability Show and help us continue creating trauma-informed, inclusive conversations that center lived experience and dignity:

    👉 https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donation-form/donate-to-change-lives-today

    Show More Show Less
    1 hr and 9 mins
  • When Life Changes Overnight—Finding Strength After Diagnosis, Loss, and Uncertainty
    Jan 1 2026

    Everything can change in a moment—and no one prepares you for that.
    A raw conversation about diagnosis, resilience, and rebuilding life after uncertainty.

    In this powerful episode of The Swagability Show, Louise Twardowski shares her deeply human experience of navigating sudden life changes, health challenges, and the emotional impact of uncertainty. With honesty and compassion, Louise reflects on what it means to adapt when life doesn’t go according to plan—and how resilience is built one moment at a time.

    This conversation explores the emotional toll of diagnosis, the invisible grief that often follows major life shifts, and the importance of support, understanding, and dignity when navigating health and disability. Louise speaks to the complexity of identity, the pressure to “stay strong,” and the reality that healing is rarely linear.

    If you or someone you love has experienced a major diagnosis, disability, or unexpected life change, this episode offers validation, grounding, and hope—without minimizing the difficulty of the journey.

    Topics include:
    • Coping with diagnosis and life-altering change
    • Emotional resilience during uncertainty
    • Disability, health, and identity
    • Grief, loss, and adaptation
    • The importance of support systems
    • Finding meaning when life feels fragile

    🎧 The Swagability Show is a trauma-informed podcast centered on disability, mental health, lived experience, and human dignity.

    Chapters:

    00:00 Introduction: When Life Changes Suddenly

    02:36 The Moment Everything Shifted

    05:41 Navigating Diagnosis and Uncertainty

    09:18 The Emotional Impact No One Talks About

    13:02 Identity After Life-Altering Change

    17:09 The Pressure to Stay Strong

    21:04 The Role of Support and Understanding

    25:11 Living With Uncertainty Day to Day

    29:06 Redefining Strength and Resilience

    33:01 Words of Hope for Anyone Struggling

    36:22 What Healing Really Looks Like

    ✅ KEY TAKEAWAYS

    • Sudden diagnosis can reshape identity and daily life
    • Emotional resilience is built through honesty, not denial
    • Strength doesn’t mean ignoring grief or fear
    • Support systems are critical during life transitions
    • Disability and health challenges deserve dignity and empathy
    • Healing is nonlinear and deeply personal

    #PodMatch #SwagAbility #DisabilityAwareness #Resilience
    #MentalHealthMatters

    🌐 CONNECT WITH THE SWAGABILITY SHOW

    📸 Instagram
    https://www.instagram.com/swagabilitylive/

    🎵 TikTok
    https://www.tiktok.com/@swagabilitylive

    💼 LinkedIn
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-wagstaff-1a780a279/

    ▶️ YouTube
    https://www.youtube.com/@SwagAbilityLive

    💛 SUPPORT / DONATION LINK

    Support The Swagability Show and help us continue creating trauma-informed, inclusive conversations that center dignity, lived experience, and hope:

    👉 https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donation-form/donate-to-change-lives-today

    Show More Show Less
    47 mins
  • She Was Told She Was Too Fragile—Here’s How She Turned Pain Into Strength
    Jan 1 2026

    She was told she was too fragile—but that wasn’t the truth.
    A powerful story of trauma, resilience, and turning pain into strength.In this deeply moving episode of The Swagability Show, Kathrine shares her powerful journey of turning fragility into strength.

    Through lived experience, emotional honesty, and hard-earned insight, she reflects on what it means to navigate trauma, identity, resilience, and healing in a world that often misunderstands pain.

    This conversation explores how being labeled “too fragile” can shape self-worth, how trauma impacts the nervous system and sense of safety, and what it takes to reclaim your voice after hardship. Kathrine speaks candidly about resilience, personal growth, and the importance of supportive communities that see people for who they are—not what they’ve survived.

    If you’ve ever felt dismissed, minimized, or broken by life’s circumstances, this episode offers validation, hope, and a reminder that strength doesn’t always look loud.

    Topics include:
    • Trauma and emotional resilience
    • Turning pain into purpose
    • Identity, worth, and healing
    • The cost of being misunderstood
    • Finding strength after hardship
    • Why compassion and support matter

    🎧 The Swagability Show is a trauma-informed podcast centered on disability, mental health, lived experience, and human dignity.

    00:00 Introduction: Fragility and Strength

    02:41 Being Labeled “Too Fragile”

    05:38 How Trauma Shapes Identity

    09:12 The Emotional Cost of Being Misunderstood

    13:04 When Survival Becomes Strength

    17:22 Reclaiming Voice and Self-Worth

    21:09 The Role of Compassion and Support

    25:06 Healing Without Needing to Be Fixed

    29:14 Turning Pain Into Purpose

    33:02 Words of Hope for Anyone Struggling

    36:18 What Strength Really Looks Like

    ✅ KEY TAKEAWAYS

    • Being labeled “fragile” often hides deep resilience
    • Trauma impacts identity, safety, and self-worth
    • Healing does not require fixing what was never broken
    • Strength can be quiet, slow, and deeply human
    • Supportive communities are essential for recovery
    • Lived experience deserves dignity and respect

    #PodMatch #SwagAbility #TraumaHealing #Resilience
    #MentalHealthMatters

    🌐 SOCIAL MEDIA CHANNELS

    Follow The Swagability Show for trauma-informed conversations and lived-experience storytelling:


    🌐 CONNECT WITH THE SWAGABILITY SHOW

    📸 Instagram
    https://www.instagram.com/swagabilitylive/

    🎵 TikTok
    https://www.tiktok.com/@swagabilitylive

    💼 LinkedIn
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-wagstaff-1a780a279/

    ▶️ YouTube
    https://www.youtube.com/@SwagAbilityLive

    💛 SUPPORT / DONATION LINK

    Support the mission of The Swagability Show and help us continue creating inclusive, trauma-informed conversations that change lives:

    👉 https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donation-form/donate-to-change-lives-today

    Show More Show Less
    51 mins
  • My Son Saved My Life: A Father’s Journey Through Autism, Faith, and Community
    Jan 1 2026

    In this powerful conversation, John Fella shares his deeply personal journey as a father raising a child with autism—and how that journey transformed his life. From unseen battles and emotional struggles to finding strength through faith and community, John opens up about what parents of children with disabilities often face behind closed doors.

    Together, we explore the critical role empathy plays in supporting families, why community is not optional but essential, and how churches can—and must—do better in creating inclusive, welcoming environments for special needs families. John also highlights practical resources, the importance of parental connection, and how showing up for one another can change lives.

    This episode is for parents walking a hard road, faith leaders seeking to serve better, and anyone who believes every child has immeasurable value.

    💛 You are not alone. Support matters. Community saves lives.

    Show More Show Less
    1 hr and 11 mins
  • From Soldier to Survivor: Thriving Beyond the Battlefield
    Jan 1 2026

    The conversation delves into the challenges faced by veterans transitioning to civilian life, the identity crisis experienced, and the power of pain as a catalyst for personal growth and resilience. It also explores the process of turning pain into momentum, overcoming destructive patterns, and building unshakable confidence.

    Additionally, it addresses the struggle of feeling stuck and the importance of breaking the cycle of stagnation. The conversation covers the themes of eliminating negative habits, the power of faith, turning pain into fuel, feeling the feels, misconceptions about healing, pain as a weapon, destructive patterns of success, community and mentorship, and rapid fire questions that provide valuable insights and advice.

    Takeaways

    • Pain as Fuel
    • Building Unshakable Confidence Eliminating negative habits
    • The power of faith

    Chapters:

    00:00 The Silent Battle: Veterans and Mental Health

    03:03 Camaraderie and Identity: The Transition from Military to Civilian Life

    05:53 Finding Purpose: The Role of Pain in Personal Growth

    08:46 Mission Ready: Writing a Self-Help Book

    12:05 Turning Pain into Fuel: Overcoming Adversity

    15:00 Destructive Patterns: The Struggle for Presence and Attention

    18:05 Breaking Old Patterns: Who Struggles the Most?

    21:03 Building Unshakable Confidence: The Power of Non-Negotiables

    24:11 The Cycle of Feeling Stuck: Breaking the Facade

    28:09 Eliminating Barriers to Progress

    30:08 The Role of Faith in Personal Development

    34:05 Transforming Pain into Purpose

    38:19 The Power of Vulnerability and Community

    45:10 Destructive Patterns in Success

    49:27 Rapid Fire Insights for Transformation

    Show More Show Less
    1 hr and 2 mins