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EPISODE · Apr 21, 2026 · 27 MIN

"What Doesn't Kill You Makes You Stronger" with Lee Densmer

from Trash Talk: Where Bad Advice + Cliches Get Taken Out · host Erin Thomas + Erica Breuer

Lee Densmer knows a thing or two about real-life chaos and she joins us on the podcast today to explain why platitudes like “this will make you stronger” aren’t it.We explore what real strength and support look like, and sharper, smarter lenses for navigating hardship without feeling like you’re failing at growth.The Trash Talk HotlineTell us about a cliche that bothers you every time you hear it.Leave a message on the Trash Talk hotline at (719) 819-2175—your voice could end up in a future episode.And while you’re at it, do us a solid: subscribe, drop a review, and share this episode with your fellow Trashies. Lee Densmer LinksWebsite & Book: https://leedensmer.com/book/Cohort & Course: https://leedensmer.com/cohort/Newsletter: https://leedensmer.com/newsletter/Other Links & ResourcesLibro.fm is an audiobook platform that lets you listen to great books while supporting your favorite independent bookstore.Get three audiobooks for the price of one with a new membership: Use code TRASHTALKhttps://libro.fm/membershipFollow Erica Breuer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericabreuer/Follow Erin Thomas: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamerinthomas/Visit Trash Talk Website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2451264

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Lee Densmer knows a thing or two about real-life chaos and she joins us on the podcast today to explain why platitudes like “this will make you stronger” aren’t it. We explore what real strength and support look like, and sharper, smarter lenses for navigating hardship without feeling like you’re failing at growth. The Trash Talk Hotline Tell us about a cliche that bothers you every time you hear it. Leave a message on the Trash Talk hotline at (719) 819-2175—your voice could end up in a fut...

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