Change Happened, Then What? | Real Stories After Life Changes

When the Music Changed - Taraleigh’s Story

What happens when your identity shifts—and you finally stop apologizing for who you are?
 
In this inspiring episode of Change Happened, Then What?, Heather Holt talks with Taraleigh Weathers—ADHD advocate, writer, dancer, and DJ—about the journey from self-doubt to radical self-love. Taraleigh shares how ADHD shaped her life, from childhood struggles with focus to dancing for the NBA and building a healing DJ experience that celebrates neurodiversity.
Hear how a trip to DJ Academy in Tulum helped Taraleigh reframe her diagnosis, reclaim her voice, and embrace her unique rhythm.
 
If you’ve ever felt “too much” or “not enough,” this conversation is a powerful reminder that your difference may be your greatest strength.
CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder)National nonprofit providing education, advocacy, and support. Excellent for finding local chapters, webinars, and resource guides.
ADDA (Attention Deficit Disorder Association)Focused on adults with ADHD. Offers webinars, virtual support groups, coaching resources, and articles.
Understood.orgGreat for parents, educators, and adults. Offers easy-to-digest content about ADHD, executive function, accommodations, and coexisting conditions.
ADDitude MagazineLeading digital magazine with practical advice, downloadable toolkits, and inspiring stories from those living with ADHD.
The Four Agreements – Amazon Book Page
How to Rock Your Life: Taraleigh's guide to integrating the joy of live music into everyday life.🔗 How to Rock Your Life
Rocking Life: Taraleigh's hub for retreats, coaching, and her book How to Rock Your Life.🔗 rockinglife.com
Instagram: @rockinglife__🔗 instagram.com/rockinglife__
Facebook: @rockinglifegoals🔗 facebook.com/rockinglifegoalsFacebook
Twitter/X: @rockinglife__🔗 twitter.com/rockinglife__
 
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Smile Drop: The Joy of Saying No

In this witty and heartwarming Smile Drops episode, Heather Holt explores the liberating power of saying no—with love, humor, and a healthy dose of self-awareness. From skipping “optional” Zoom meetings to prioritizing sock-drawer serenity over social pressure, this mini-episode celebrates the joy of boundaries and the magic of self-respect.
Whether you're a recovering people-pleaser or just tired of overcommitting, this short and soulful episode will leave you laughing, nodding, and ready to reclaim your time. Bonus: Waylon and Dalton (Heather’s dogs) make subtle cameos as masters of the art of “no.”
-Learn why saying no can be an act of kindness to yourself—and how it creates room for real, wholehearted yeses.
Listen now and share what you’re saying “no” to this week on Instagram @changehappenedpodcast.
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Shift Happens – Ericc’s Story

What happens when art becomes your lifeline—and transformation finds you on the road?
 
In this episode of Change Happened, Then What?, Heather Holt talks with queer artist, musician, and long-haul truck driver Ericc Cram, whose journey is anything but ordinary. From surviving a hostile upbringing to using creativity as a healing tool, Ericc’s story is one of reinvention through art, storytelling, and resilience.
 
Discover how he went from painting murals to driving cross-country in an 18-wheeler—while building a powerful comic series called Shift, exploring duality, numerology, and trauma recovery. Now, Ericc is turning Shift into a musical for the queer community he calls home.
 
If you love stories about healing through art, queer creators, and transformational life pivots, this episode is for you.
Ericc's Instagram
Ericc's Tumbler
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Smile Drop: Grocery Store Psychology: The Cart, the Chaos, and the Cold Watermelon

Welcome to Smile Drops—your bi-weekly dose of humor, nostalgia, and relatable chaos, served fresh from the produce aisle of life. In this mini-episode, we explore the weird and wonderful world of grocery store psychology. From forgotten lists and fluorescent lighting to avocado anxiety and self-checkout drama, host Heather Holt takes us on a lighthearted stroll down the aisles of modern food shopping.
Along the way, you'll hear:
Why grocery lists lie to us
The mystery of overly bright lights
What it's like shopping with a brain injury
Favorite fruits and forgotten carts
A nostalgic look at 1985 grocery prices (spoiler: eggs were 80 cents!)
And where the heck customer service disappeared to
Whether you shop with purpose or wander in with just “vibes,” this episode reminds us that even our weekly food run is full of little lessons and unexpected joy.
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Jen’s Journey — ADHD, Loss, and the Power of Starting Over

Some struggles don’t show up all at once—they unfold over time, shaping who you become in ways you don’t fully understand until much later.
For Jen, life has been a series of turning points marked by loss, impulsivity, and the challenge of navigating ADHD in a world that rarely slows down.
 
In this episode, she opens up about grief, resilience, and the ongoing process of learning how to live with clarity, compassion, and intention.
 
This is a story about self-awareness, survival, and finding your way—one step at a time.
Stern Center for Language & Learning 
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Smile Drop: Have We Met Before?

Ever met someone and felt like you’ve known them forever—even though you just locked eyes over a latte at Target? In this short Smile Drop episode, Heather Holt explores the magic of soul connections, the strangers who feel strangely familiar, and the people who show up in our lives like cosmic gifts (or warm cookies out of the oven).
With cameos from her loyal dogs Waylon and Dalton—and a few well-timed barks—this story is part reflection, part reminder: the universe has a funny way of introducing us to the people we need most.
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Smile Drop: Independence Edition – Fireworks, Freedom & Founding Father Fails

In this bite-sized bonus episode of Change Happened, Then What?, Heather Holt serves up a 5-minute celebration of America’s quirks, courage, and comedic history. From Jefferson’s iconic mic drop to John Adams confidently getting the date wrong, this Smile Drop takes you behind the scenes of July 4th with humor, heart, and a splash of sarcasm.
Whether you’re dodging fireworks, eating questionable potato salad, or trying to keep your dog from declaring war on the sky—this one's for you.
⭐ Stick around for a sneak peek of next week’s full episode: “A Sht Show of Unbreakable Love”* featuring Tim and Candy’s powerful, funny, and moving journey through cancer, caregiving, and commitment.
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The Shit Show — Cancer, Caregiving, and Finding Humor in the Hardest Moments

When cancer enters a relationship, everything changes—roles, routines, and the future you thought you were building.
For Tim and Candy, survival meant learning how to navigate fear, uncertainty, and the emotional weight of caregiving… while somehow still finding moments to laugh.
 
In this raw and unexpectedly honest story, they share what it really looks like to face illness together—and the strength it takes to keep going.
 
This is a story about love under pressure, resilience, and the humanity that shows up when life becomes a “shit show.”
The Shit Show
Weston Designs
Hope Lodge NYC
American Cancer Society
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The Woman Who Rewired Her Brain: Natalie’s Journey of Healing and Hope

At 49, Natalie was told she'd likely never recover from a traumatic brain injury. Doctors gave her no hope. But she had other plans. In this powerful episode, Natalie shares how she defied every expectation, rewired her brain through neuroplasticity, and discovered a deeper purpose rooted in radical self-love, spiritual growth, and the decision to just “be love.”
A story of heartbreak, healing, and hope—this is one you won't forget.
Featuring Natalie Kelly, brain recovery coach and TBI survivor
Visit her YouTube channel: → Brain Recovery Coach
Life Rewired Podcast with Rob Baugh → YouTube Channel
 Brain Injury Association of America → https://www.biausa.org
Cognitive FX – Neuroplasticity research → https://www.cognitivefxusa.com/blog
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Smile Drop: Growing Up Is a Scam (But So Are Half the Things I Google at 2 a.m.)

Welcome back to Smile Drops, the podcast equivalent of finding fries at the bottom of the bag or scoring the front parking spot on a rainy day. I'm your host, Heather Holt—audio storyteller, snack realist, and soon-to-be grandma—here with another bite-sized, brutally honest look at life.
In this hilarious and heartfelt episode, we explore why growing up is the biggest scam of them all. From midnight Googles about weird pains, to wondering whether your adult kids think Febreze counts as hygiene, we unpack the daily comedy (and chaos) of "adulting."
✔️ Tired of pretending to have it all together?✔️ Wondering when the grown-ups are going to show up?✔️ Still secretly hoping nap time makes a comeback?
This one’s for you.
With plenty of laughs, a few emotional curveballs, and some questionable wisdom from my dogs Waylon and Dalton, this episode reminds us that being an adult is weird, messy, and—sometimes—kind of wonderful.
What you’ll hear in this episode:– Why adulting is just glorified worrying– The random (and useless) facts we collect as coping mechanisms– Emotional parenting via memes and emojis– Dogs who are living the dream– The unexpected beauty of embracing your own chaos
💬 Call to ActionWhat’s the most useless thing you’ve learned as an adult?Drop it in the comments on Instagram @changehappenedpodcast—let’s celebrate the cluttered brilliance of our grown-up brains.
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