
We all have obstacles along our path but sometimes we may feel like we are the only one who is struggling.
I truly believe you learn lessons everywhere, especially through interactions with others. The reason I started to interview individuals for this series, was because I wanted to show others (and myself) that obstacles happen to everyone. Since these encounters (i.e., hearing the stories of these individuals) have influenced my thoughts and behaviours, it is only fair that they be showcased. I hope you’ll find their stories they have shared with me as inspiring as I do! Even though differences arise between us, we are all connected and share a similar journey (i.e., LIFE)!
I created the interview questions and asked the individuals to be part of the “PROFILES OF PERSEVERANCE” series. Some of these individuals I have been connected with for a long time, while others I have met only electronically. All of them have been a part of my journey.
These interviews are unique and were done solely for to Arianna’s Random Thoughts. Regardless of their differences, all of these individuals have overcome obstacles and persevered through the difficulties they faced. Thank you to all those who chose to dig deep and share their “random thoughts” with us!
Feel free to peruse the stories of the individuals below, and to share your feedback and encouragement with them! *** There is also a board on Pinterest which showcases all the interviews I have conducted so far. Check it out here or click on the links below. Enjoy!
- Check out my interview with Tara Jacek!
- Check out my interview with Anne Sikes!
- Check out my interview with Paula Davis-Laack!
- Photo Credit: Taryn Bahlsen
- Check out my interview with Robyn Hussa!
- Check out my interview with Tamarisk Saunders-Davies!
- Check out my interview with Dr. Ashley Solomon!
- Check out my interview with Dr. Susan Biali!
- Check out my interview with Linda Bacon!
- Check out my interview with Claire Carver-Dias !
- Check out my interview with Amanda Christian!
- Check out a personal story from Suzanne Hanna!
- Check out my interview with Jeremy Postal!
- Check out my interview with Shantelle Przybylo!
- Check out my interview with Mercedes Maidana!
- Check out my interview with Scott Vannatter!
- Check out my interview with Tracey Carmichael!
- Check out my interview with Krissy Moehl!
- Check out my interview with Elaine Raakman!
- Check out my interview with Amanda Abella!
- Check out my interview with Ruvini Godakandae!
- Check out my interview with Jacqueline Boone!
- Check out my interview with Felicity Lumb!
- Check out my interview with Yvonne Young!
- Check out my interview with Anne-Sophie Reinhardt!
- Check out my interview with Franco Cignelli!
- Check out life lessons that I learned from the Backstreet Boys!
- Check out my interview with my grandma !
- Check out my interview with Nicole Pyles !
- Check out my interview with Heather Grace Stewart !
- Check out my interview with Sharleen Hoar!
- Check out my interview with Jac McNeil!
- Check out my interview with Marie-Hélène Thibeault !
- Check out my interview with Bethany Butzer!
- Check out my interview with Michael Fear!
- Check out my interview with Elan Morgan!
- Check out a personal story from Wade Wilson!
- Check out my interview with Michelle Marie McGrath!
- Check out my interview with Jess Larsen!
- Check out a personal story from Tina Steinberg!
- Check out life lessons from Kelsey Goodwin!
- Check out my interview with Asnat Greenberg!
- Check out my interview with Claire Hutchinson!
- Check out my interview with Julie Parker!
- Check out my interview with Reg Stackhouse!
- Check out my interview with Erin O’Brien!
- Check out my interview with Jesse Ruben!
- Check out my interview with Mara Glatzel!
- Check out my interview with Loren Fogelman!
- Check out my interview with Tara Fall!
- Check out my interview with Haley Moore!
- Check out my answers to the interview questions here!
- Check out a personal story from Sharon Hughes!
- Check out a personal story from Mina Samuels!
- Check out my interview with Carla Bourada!
- Check out my interview with Danelle Kabush!
- Check out my interview with Cameron Von St. James!
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(c) This series was designed and implemented by Arianna Merritt.








































































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