Episodes 42
Avg. Duration 18m
Activity Dormant
Since Oct 2022
Latest Episode Apr 2025

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Monthly
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Episodic
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anchor.fm

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About This Podcast

Have you wondered about the REAL people, behind the survivor stories? Megan Dorety, an aneurysm survivor, welcomes guests on her podcast who share their SMILE approach to living beyond the crisis. Megan also shares her enthusiasm for coffee, pets, poetry, and fitness. This podcast is dedicated to Mr. Mike, who taught me (and so many other people), the importance of SMILES! You can listen to Megan's podcast here on Spotify... and donate as well as access motivational tools, poetry, and workout challenges on Kofi, Facebook, and Instagram

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Recent Episodes

The truth about our cups

Apr 17, 2025 17m

☕ Episode Summary: The Truth in Our CupsThis episode challenges the narrow view of what disability looks like. It’s not just about wheelchairs or parking spaces — it’s about the daily reality that…

S1E36 ☕ Brewing a Legacy in Accessibility with Joseph Cooley ☕

Nov 19, 2024 29m

In this special episode of Surviving the Day, we’re percolating on what it means to design spaces that everyone can enjoy. Architect and accessibility specialist Joseph Cooley joins us for a rich…

S1E35 Pouring Knowledge: Dr. Boudreau on Brain Health and Recovery

Oct 29, 2024 23m

In this episode of Surviving the Day, host Megan Dorety sits down with Dr. Michelle Boudreau, a board-certified neurologist and clinical neurophysiologist with extensive experience in treating…

S1E34 Brewing Change: Family Support and Mental Health Advocacy with NAMI

Oct 15, 2024 18m

In this full-bodied episode of Surviving the Day, I sit down with Ammie B. from the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) to talk about the perfect blend of family support and mental health…

S1E34 "Paws and Percolation: How Service Dogs Are Brewing Up a Better Tomorrow"

Oct 08, 2024 28m

Welcome to Surviving the Day! In today’s episode, we’re diving into the incredible work of Service Dogs, Inc. with our guest, Sheri Soltes. Sheri shares how her organization transforms shelter dogs…

S1E33 "Saving Wildlife & Your Morning Cup: A Conversation with Debbie & Taryn from Animal Survival International"

Sep 26, 2024 27m

"☕️ Big news! Yesterday, I officially launched an amazing new episode of Surviving the Day featuring the incredible Debbie and Taryn from Animal Survival International! Together, we brewed up a…

S1E1 surviving and thriving one cup at a time

Sep 02, 2024 5m Bonus

"In this solo episode, I brew up a conversation about the challenges and realities of living with brain trauma. I share the bitter downsides of my condition and how it affects my daily grind. But…

S1E31 Grinding through life around Brain Trauma

Jun 27, 2024 6m

Brew up some inspiration with me on "Surviving the Day" as I dive into living with brain trauma. This episode offers practical tips and support for those navigating the daily grind of brain injury. I…

S1E30 Disability Acts and History; In a coffee shop near you!

May 29, 2024 16m

The history of disability acts in the U.S. is marked by significant milestones aimed at promoting equality and accessibility. The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 was a key early law, prohibiting…

S1E29 Surviving the day Daily Life Hacks!

Apr 30, 2024 11m

What are life hacks? Actions that save time? Actions that make daily tasks easier? Life hacks are clever shortcuts, tips, or techniques that make tasks easier, more efficient, or more effective in…

S1E28 Self doubt and beating the bad beans from a Brain Aneurism Survivor's coffee cup

Apr 10, 2024 20m

Do you ever question yourself and your actions, to the point where that's all you do? Do you ever use the tools around you to help, and yet still feel doubtful and put on defense? This podcast is…

S1 Reflection from a Personal Cup

Mar 14, 2024 18m

Sip away!! A look into the goals and dreams of this podcast going farther, and changes that come from smile stories, along with a good blend in mentions of previous episodes! Enjoy a warm cup of the…

Karen and Tia _Part two

Feb 15, 2024 28m

Karen and Tia/Part 2: Let's go really deep into the SMILE effects and stories that Tia and other animals can have on people's SMILE stories from both Karen and my views! Part one was Karen and…

S1E26 Aussi Matt's SMILE

Feb 01, 2024 25m

Have you ever thought about the stories and effects that assisting people can have on the people helping them? Have you ever stopped to think about what lessons we can learn from people who live in…

S1 24 year anniversary poem

Jan 24, 2024 4m Bonus

24 years post Aneurism, Megan has many goals and dreams! This poem will give you insight and motivation to help you toward yours! She shares some of the lessons she has learned to help her.

S1E25 Jackie's SMILE

Jan 11, 2024 31m

Have you ever been ill and it seemed like no answers were coming while you got more and more sick? Have you had to choose to leave your job or change your career because your illness forced you to?…

S1E24 Oliver's SMILE

Dec 21, 2023 16m

Imagine having a calm, stable, and fulfilling life, yet one day out of nowhere, life stands still, yet you keep going forward, and find a different ever after. That is the outline in Oliver's SMILE.…

S1E23 Sandy's SMILE

Dec 07, 2023 37m

Imagine having the knowledge and experience of the world come to you and not having to travel. Sandy's SMILE is a story about hosting groups of people from other countries, forming connections around…

S1E22 Friends From The Online World

Nov 16, 2023 32m

Socialization during the high points of the pandemic for most people was located in the online community and tons of life became more accessible. This episode is about the highs and lows of meeting…

S1E21 Personal Growth

Oct 12, 2023 11m

Life is different for every person, but even more so for people who face trauma at an early age. Communication and expressing feelings and thoughts can always be a challenge, especially when you're…

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Surviving the Day! has published 42 episodes since October 2022, covering topics in Education, Self-Improvement.

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