"We Are The Solution" with Amelia Keane

About EpisodePursuing a career in medicine and finding passion in politics were a direct result of what Amelia Keane experienced as a young girl. Many of us dream of becoming something because our parents held that position or we saw someone we admired. But for Amelia her drive for becoming a doctor came from what she saw her father and family experience because of the opioid epidemic in the 90’s and early 2000’s. Amelia’s path to medicine was not typical but neither is her vision and drive to help the community in the ways she wished her father could have received. In this conversation we talk about the path she took to becoming a doctor which included multiple colleges, becoming an army medic and experiencing some of the most challenging years of her life. Join us for an honest conversation about what it takes to fulfill your dreams doing it against the norm.Amelia's journey is marked by resilience and determination.Friendship can provide essential support during difficult times.Childhood experiences can shape one's perspective on life.The impact of addiction on families is profound and far-reaching.Community support is crucial for personal growth and success.Pursuing dreams often requires overcoming significant obstacles.Politics and healthcare are interconnected in addressing societal issues.Amelia's upbringing instilled a desire to help others.The importance of creating value in one's community.Personal experiences can lead to a passion for advocacy.  Amelia was encouraged to run for office unexpectedly.Balancing multiple responsibilities led to burnout.Personal loss opened Amelia up to vulnerability.She experienced a depressive episode after her father's death.Support from friends and advisors was crucial during tough times.Setting boundaries became essential for her mental health.Amelia learned the importance of prioritizing sleep.There is no right path to achieving your goals._______________________Lucky’s Coffee Garage favorite coffee shop @luckyscoffeegarage (coffee shop) -check them out! The Puritan -@purtianbackroom The Crown @crowntavernmanchester Taj India Taj India favorite restaurant @taj.india_nh (restaurant)- check them out!________________________Follow UsTiktokInstagram#thebrittanywheelershow#dreamingbig#choosingyourhard#thelifegodcalledyouto#beingkind#dogoodthingsmakemeproud#thelifeyoulongfor