You Can Ask For Help And Still Be Strong

Come and listen to our Host, Candace Gish, as she chats with inspiring guest Brendan T. Kelly for our "Victory Over Fear" Podcast Mini-Series.This powerful series explores what it truly means to move forward despite uncertainty, self-doubt, and life's challenges. Through authentic conversations, personal stories, and practical wisdom, we uncover how courage is built one step at a time. Fear may be loud, but it doesn't have to have the final say.Together, we'll discover how healing, faith, resilience, and action can help us overcome the barriers that keep us stuck. Whether you're facing a major life transition, stepping into a new opportunity, or simply learning to trust yourself again, these conversations will encourage you to embrace bravery and move confidently toward your purpose.Join us as we celebrate the strength found in vulnerability, the growth that comes from taking risks, and the victories that happen when we choose courage over fear.Brendan T. Kelly classifies himself as a creative soul, whether it be storytelling, or making art in all of its lovely genres. Growing up, he split his time between Wellington, Texas and Sacramento, California; he’ll tell you that he knew I-40 better than most truckers, at a very young age. Brendan served in the U.S. Army for 22 years, with duty stations around the world, to include multiple deployments. His writings are cultivated stories from the experiences he has had at all stages of his life.He writes with a desire to help others, to share his stories, with hopes of helping people recognize that they are not alone, can get through difficult times, and not let the challenges or moment define them. Brendan shares his battles with PTSD and mental health in his writings, bringing the reader along for the ride, through the good and bad times.Brendan completed his MBA with Columbia Southern, is a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Change Management Consultant, and holds other certifications. He has a passion for self-improvement and leadership. Brendan has been married to his beautiful wife for over 33 years. They have three amazing daughters (all grown now) and their dog Claire. Visit him at https://www.brendantkelly.com/.https://www.instagram.com/brendan_the_author/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572018730730We sit down with Army veteran and author Brendan T. Kelly to talk about how private writing turned into The Echo of Silence and a path through PTSD, anxiety, and depression. We dig into fear, vulnerability, and the kind of support that makes healing feel possible.• Brendan’s background in the Army and life after service• Writing as a private outlet before it became a published novel• The Echo of Silence as fiction rooted in real experiences• Jack Mercer’s search for home as belonging and connection• Fear of judgement and the turning point of asking for help• Community support and the reminder that you are not alone• Time management, routines, and protecting creative time• A simple personal development practice of writing goals downFor more Divas That Care Network Episodes visit www.divasthatcare.com