
Andrew Fitzgerald On Emigrating To America, The Grief Of Miscarriage, Resilience And Always Backing Yourself 100%
Today, we’re delving into the journey of Andrew Fitzgerald, an Irish author who traded the familiarity of home in County Cork for the adventure of life in America.
In this episode, Andrew shares his story of adapting to a new culture, building community from scratch, and navigating the challenges and joys of living far from home.
Andrew shares how resilience, values, and community have shaped his life. We’ll discuss parenthood, the grief of multiple miscarriages, and the courage it takes to live authentically—even when it means saying no.
This is a conversation filled with wisdom and heart, perfect for this season of gratitude and reflection. For anyone facing life changes of their own right now, this episode is for you.
Chapters
00:00 Thanksgiving Reflections: An Irishman's Journey in America
02:54 Cultural Adaptation: Embracing American Life
05:48 The Adventure of Immigration: A Personal Story
09:13 Resilience and Family: Building a New Life
11:57 Writing a Memoir: The Journey of Self-Expression
15:12 Lessons in Courage: Overcoming Fear and Regret
18:06 The Power of Saying No: Empowerment in Choices
20:52 Values and Personal Growth: Defining What Matters
24:08 Community and Connection: Building Relationships in a New Land
35:57 Exploring Personal Values and Their Impact
40:18 The Journey of Parenthood and Its Challenges
45:30 Resilience Through Grief and Loss
50:43 The Transformation of Relationships and Communication
56:04 Navigating Life Changes and Seeking Support
If you want to connect with Andrew you will find him on Instagram at andrewfitzgerald_author
You can get Andrew’s book How Did I Get Here? Travelling The Road To Resilience on the Amazon Link here
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