Why do we think all of our problems are going to go away when we get married? From childhood struggles with bullying to navigating the complexities of personal relationships, Heidi Alldredge opens up about her life experiences with raw honesty and vulnerability.  Heidi Alldredge recounts her battles with bullying, which led to profound emotional challenges including suicidal thoughts and depression. She reflects on the pivotal moment of her father's suicide and how it reshaped her perspective on life.  But Heidi's story isn't just about overcoming adversity; it's also about forging her own path to success. From humble beginnings as a house cleaner to carving out a career as a private investigator and realtor, Heidi's journey is a testament to the power of perseverance and hope.  In this intimate conversation, Heidi shares insights into the ups and downs of personal relationships, from emotional affairs to rekindling old flames. She explores the complexities of long-term love and the importance of setting boundaries while remaining true to oneself.  Heidi sheds light on the lasting impact of bullying and the urgent need for greater awareness and action. Their stories underscore the importance of supporting one another and spreading positivity in a world often marked by hardship and loss.  Join us as we celebrate Heidi's resilience, honor her journey of self-discovery, and find inspiration in her unwavering belief in the power of hope and connection. This episode is a reminder that no matter the challenges we face, there's always a path forward – if we're willing to reach out and hold on for one more day.   Heidi Alldredge: wife, mother, grandmother, friend, motivational speaker, adjunct instructor, KSL Studio 5 TV happiness expert, TEDx speaker, hot chocolate bomb maker,former radio talk show host, and now a podcaster! (Heidi is still deciding what she wants to be when she grows up!) Heidi has been married since 1992 to Christopher and together they have 3 children (age ranging from 23 to 30—two of her children are married now) And has hosted 6 foreign exchange students -whom she now claims as her own children. She loves spending Friday nights (or any other time) with her grand-babies. Other hours of the day she is recording great inspiring interviews for her LemonAid Stand Podcast,shopping for bargains, traveling with her family, lunch dates with friends, serving and helping others, going to concerts, and writing-either in her journal, notes to friends, or her own motivational speeches! Heidi is a recovering “why-me-er” and is currently teaching the art of positive thinking! She has dealt with some lemons in her life and has learned how to make lemonade! Heidi tells us that happiness is not a destination, it's a way to travel. Connect with Heidi https://www.heidislemonaidstand.com Heidi's TED talk  TED talk   Connect with Reena bettercalldaddy.com linkedin.com/in/reenafriedmanwatts twitter.com/reenareena instagram.com/reenafriedmanwatts instagram.com/bettercalldaddypodcast Me and my dad would love to hear from you, Drop us a review, reviews help more people find the show, and let us know what you like and what you'd like us to change, Please share the show with one friend who you think would be helped by the show  ratethispodcast.com/bettercalldaddy podchaser.com/bettercalldaddy   PodKnow 2024 is happening on Saturday, February 17th, 2024 and will have 10 speakers on everything from podcast growth to monetization and more. Your podcast will definitely benefit from attending and getting all of the valuable information from experts in their fields of podcasting and online marketing. All speakers are successful in their areas! https://nycpodcastnetwork.com/podknow2024-bcd/   Are you a popular podcaster or a rising influencer? Or do you have a great idea for an online business? Then you should know that every great website starts with an awesome domain name. Namecheap offers hundreds of domain extensions, f