Sara’s View of Life PAST SHOWS

26-41. The Grace of Gratitude

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Sara’s View of Life, with Sara Troy. On air from October 13th

In a world that can feel increasingly disconnected, angry, and divided, perhaps two of the most powerful words we can return to are simply please and thank you.

Inspired by Thanksgiving, I reflect on what it truly means to live with gratitude—not only for the big things, but for the countless small acts, people, experiences, and contributions that make our lives possible. Giving our time, compassion, kindness, knowledge, love, and presence can be one of the greatest gifts we offer, but we must also learn how to receive, replenish ourselves, and allow others to give to us.

A genuine thank you is more than good manners. It is recognition. It says, I see you. I appreciate you. What you did mattered. And teaching our children and grandchildren to say please and thank you also teaches them respect—for others and for themselves.

In this show, I explore how gratitude ripples outward into our families, communities, and society. I speak about moving beyond comparison and division, finding our own unique gifts, healing rather than living in bitterness, and choosing to contribute from the essence of who we truly are.

Through thousands of conversations on Self Discovery Wisdom, I have witnessed people who have endured extraordinary hardship yet chose resilience, courage, love, joy, and gratitude rather than allowing their experiences to define them through anger.

Maybe it is time for all of us to notice the goodness again.

Call someone. Send a note. Thank the person who helped you. Appreciate those sitting around your table. Acknowledge the people who grow our food, serve our communities, care for others, and quietly make life better every day.

Because when we acknowledge one another, we create a stronger matrix of kindness, compassion, collaboration, respect, and love.

Sometimes two simple words can carry an enormous message:

I see you. Thank you.

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26-40. A Life Blessed Birthday

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Sara’s View of Life, with Sara Troy. On air from October 6th

As I celebrate turning 72, I find myself looking back at a life filled with twists and turns, challenges and adventures, heartache and joy. Every chapter has taught me something, shaped who I am, and ultimately led me to the meaningful purpose I live today through Self Discovery Wisdom, my books, advocacy, and the extraordinary people whose stories I have the honour of sharing.

But some of my greatest blessings are much closer to home. I am a proud mother and grandmother to three beautiful little boys, and being actively involved in their lives reminds me that legacy is not simply what we accomplish—it is the love, wisdom, encouragement, memories, and values we leave in the hearts of those who follow us.

At 72, I may move a little slower, but I am certainly not finished. Aging should not be about focusing on what we have lost, but recognizing everything we have gained: experience, perspective, resilience, wisdom, and a deeper understanding of what truly matters. We still have something to contribute, something to discover, and something to share.

My next chapter will continue to include podcasting, books, advocacy, family, and sharing the wisdom of those who have lived and learned. I want to see my grandsons grow, continue building this library of wisdom, and keep encouraging others to discover what they are capable of.

Life is not over because we reach a certain number. There are always new chapters waiting to unfold. So, at 72 years young, I remain grateful, curious, purposeful, and ready for whatever comes next.

Listen, learn, and apply—and keep the happiness alive. Here’s to the next chapter.

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26-40. Your Vote, Your Voice, Your Accountability

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Sara’s View of Life, with Sara Troy. On air from October 6th

“Awakening Into Action: What Are We Choosing?”

When we give someone our vote, what are we entrusting them with? Our communities, our well-being, and the decisions that shape our future. In this episode, Sara Troy speaks about the responsibility of voting with awareness and choosing leaders whose actions demonstrate the care and integrity they promise.

Looking at elections in Canada, the American midterms, and leadership within our everyday communities, Sara asks us to look beyond advertising, polished speeches, and familiar party loyalties. Who has a record of service? Who understands the struggles people face? Whose actions match their words? And who is seeking office to serve others rather than advance their own wealth, status, or power?

Sara shares her views on political accountability, corruption, lobbying, and the widening distance between those who hold wealth and those struggling to meet basic needs. She calls for greater attention to people left behind—those facing homelessness, hunger, and barriers to healthcare, education, and secure housing. Leadership, she argues, should be measured by how it improves the lives of the people it represents.

This conversation also reaches beyond politics. Whether we are choosing a school representative, endorsing someone in business, supporting a community leader, or voting in a talent competition, are we rewarding popularity or recognising ability? Sara encourages us to support people who demonstrate commitment, welcome other voices, listen carefully, and adapt when circumstances call for change.

Voting is only one part of participation. We must continue asking questions, paying attention, and holding our representatives accountable after an election. Disappointment and frustration can leave us feeling powerless, but withdrawing gives us less opportunity to influence what happens next.

This is a passionate call to take our choices seriously, recognise authentic service, and remember the human lives behind political decisions. If we want change, we must participate in creating it—with informed votes, clear expectations, and the courage to keep speaking up.

With the U.S. midterms approaching, current reporting highlights concerns about affordability, healthcare, and election security. Those give you a starting point for exploring how our choices affect everyday lives. apnews.com

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26-39. There Is No Planet B.

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Sara’s View of Life, with Sara Troy. On air from September  29th

We often speak about the Earth as though it belongs to us, but perhaps we need to remember that we belong to her. She gives us the air we breathe, the water we drink, the food we eat, and the beauty that restores our souls. Yet we continue to take more than we give. This show could explore how we reconnect with nature, respect the delicate balance of our ecosystem, and recognize that caring for the Earth is not someone else’s responsibility—it belongs to every one of us.

Have we become disconnected from the natural world, and if so, what is the Earth trying to tell us? We often treat nature as a resource to be consumed rather than a living system that sustains our physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. It is time to consider the small choices each of us can make, the kind of Earth we are leaving to our children and grandchildren, and whether humanity can move away from ownership and consumption toward stewardship, respect, and care.

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26-38. Poverty Power:

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Sara’s View of Life, with Sara Troy. On air from September 22nd

Poverty, Power, and What Money Cannot Buy

I explore financial poverty, poverty of the heart, the illusion of power through wealth, and the truth that real abundance comes through compassion, purpose, family, service, and empowering others.

Poverty is not always measured by the amount of money in our bank account. Sometimes, the deepest poverty lives within an empty heart—a life ruled by fear, greed, insecurity, entitlement, or the need to control others.

Financial hardship can push people into survival mode, where fear and desperation lead them to make choices they might never otherwise make. Yet great wealth can also create a dangerous illusion that money grants permission, superiority, and power without consequences. Money may buy comfort, opportunity, influence, and possessions, but it cannot buy integrity, compassion, wisdom, joy, or inner peace.

In this show, I explore the difference between having money and being truly enriched. I share some of my own experiences with financial hardship, bankruptcy, living out of my car, and rebuilding my life. Today, I may live on a pension, but I feel abundantly rich in family, purpose, love, and the meaningful work I do.

True power is not found in controlling others—it is found in empowering them. Real abundance grows when we use what we have to plant seeds of possibility, support another person’s dream, strengthen our communities, and pay forward the help we once received.

Let us stop chasing titles, status, likes, and self-importance, and rediscover the importance of self—the wholeness of our mind, heart, body, spirit, and soul. That is where true wealth lives, and that is something money can never buy.

Your next podcast explores the two faces of poverty: the desperation caused by having too little and the emptiness that can remain when someone has more than enough.

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