In this third and most likely final episode, we hear stories shared by 4 brave individuals.  They share these deeply personal stories in the hopes of helping others who may be living  through  the same thing.  At the end of the episode is a list of hotlines. If you would  like  to contribute, this series will be ongoing.  I also encourage you to share other experiences about dealing with hardships, overcoming great odds, or even advocating for those in need.  Your story is important and it could help others.  If you're interested, my e-mail is [email protected] or you can visit the Facebook page. NTTF is also on Twitter, Instagram, and I can be foundon Tik Tok with the user name: @sean_d_wick I have a store at teepublic: http://tee.pub/lic/Tm1Ek46oCNQ  At this time, all proceeds will be donated to the Gillette Abuse Refuge Foundation.  Proceeds will eventually go to another orginization such as AFSP. Thank you for your support and I hope you have a wonderful day. - Sean

I'm replaying one of my original episodes.  Julie tells her story of domestic violence with her ex husband and how it nearly cost her and her son's life.  It couldn't be a DV series without sharing this story carried with Julie's hopes of helping  others who have experienced the same things. If you wish to share your own stories or words of love/encouragement, please visit Nextg to the Fire's Facebook page where you'll find instructions.  Thank you for your support! NTTF can also be found on Twitter and Instagram as well as Tik Tok under the name: @sean_d_wick  I have a store at teepublic.com.  For now, all proceeds will be donated to the Gillette Abuse Refuge Foundation. Take care - Sean

In this episode, I interview my friend Shawna who works for a non-profit orginization called the Gillette Abuse Refuge Foundation.  She offers an insight into the world of being an advocate for those who deal with abuse, rape, and depression.   Shawna gives advice as well as recources for those in need.  Thank you Shawna! Thank you for listening and for offering your support.  This is part one of a series about domestic violence.  Total there should be 4 episodes.  If you are interested in sharing your personal experiences with DV for the podcast, please visit the Facebook page.  Scroll down til you find instructions onhow to contribute to this series. Visit my store at teepublic.com under the user name razorcitywriter.  All proceeds will be donated to the Gillette Abuse Refuge Foundation for now.  Next to the Fire is on Twitter and Instagram.  I can be found at Tik Tok with the name @sean_d_wick Thake care - Sean

In this short episode I reflect back on my eye surgery and how inspired I was by those who helped make it possible. Thank you for downloading this episode.  I truly appreciate you.  And a special hello to my Tik Tok family!  Please check  out  my Facebook page.  Next to the Fire is also on Twitter and Instagram.  If you've gone through difficult times and would like to share your story in the hopes of helping others, please e-mail me at [email protected]  I'm also looking for those who help people going through the same kind of thing.  Let's talk! Take care, Sean

On this episode I share past posts I've made on Facebook.  I talk about how the human spirit persists.  I address the loss of childhood innocence, depression, and standing up as an advocate for those in need.  Lastly, I talk about my own painful memories of child abuse and how society reacted to abuse back then. Thank you for listening and thank you for your support.  If you wish to contact me to share your story or for any imput, you can e-mail me at [email protected]  I also have an Instagram page, a Facebook page, and I'm now on TikTok!  I have a t-shirt store and all proceeds are donated to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP).  All links are down below.  Take care and be well. https://www.facebook.com/groups/287835428471797 https://www.tiktok.com/@seandwick http://tee.pub/lic/Tm1Ek46oCNQ https://www.instagram.com/nexttothefire/

In this episode I talk about how I lost my faith and the effects its had on my life.

In this episode I share 12 ways I've maintained happiness during these uncertain times.  I also talk about giving up who we are to make others happy.  Thank you for listening!  If you'd like to be a guest or share a story I can read on your behalf, e-mail me at [email protected] or visit the Facebook page. I'm also on Twitter and Instagram.  Thank you very much for your time.  Take care and be well.

It's been over a year since I've recorded an episode.  I decided to talk about how important time is and why we shouldn't let it pass us by.  I think back on my dear friend Justin and once again, I address depression. Thank you very much for downloading this episode and for your support!  This podcast is my therapy and you make that possible.  Please visit the Facebook page and e-mail at [email protected].  Send a recording from a voice app on your phone if you like and let meknow if you'd like it on a future episode. Be well.  Take Care. Sean

I talk about being over-weight and how an encounter with someone made me think about how I see myself.  I theen share a short peace on how people fade from our lives and that's okay.  I then cover stats on child abuse. Thanks for listening!  I appreciate you taking the time.  Here are a few sites connected with Next to the Fire Podcast: NTTF t-shirts: https://www.teepublic.com/user/nexttothefire these shirts raise money for suicide research and prevention: https://www.teepublic.com/user/razorcitywriter Twitter: @NexttotheFireP1 Instagram: nexttothefire Podcast: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/287835428471797/

In this episode I offer encouragement for what I hope will be a great new year for us all.  In a way, it's a pep talk in the hopes that people will act out of love towards others more often.  I am selling t-shirts I've designed at http://www.teepublic.com/user/razorcitywriter  All money I make gets donated to AFSP (American Foundation for Suicide Prevention) You can find Next to the Fire podcast on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.  If you you have a story to tell and would like to be a guest please e-mail me at [email protected] or drop me a line on Facebook messenger. Please rate and review this podcast on your podcatcher of choice.  Thank you for your support!  I hope this upcomin g year brings you many blessings. -Sean