In this episode of SolFul Connections, I sit down with Kevin P. Henry and discover a story shaped by a loving childhood, a powerful family truth held quietly for years, and a life deeply intertwined with music, meaning, and humanity.Kevin takes us back to a time many of us remember fondly: listening to full albums, reading liner notes, letting music shape how we understood the world and ourselves. His years as a music journalist aren’t just about sound, they’re about connection, culture, and the stories that live inside songs. Music lovers, this one is especially for you.The conversation explores Kevin’s work in diversity, equity, and trauma-informed spaces, work that is grounded not in theory, but in lived experience, deep listening, and care for people. We talk about family, belonging, and what it means to stay human while doing work that asks a lot of your heart.This episode is a reminder that our stories are layered, that art matters, and that the way we listen (to music and to each other) can change everything.To learn more about Kevin and his work, visit kevinphenry.com.

For more than three decades, Tracy Davidson was a familiar, trusted presence in local news, showing up daily with warmth, professionalism, and calm. Behind the sunny demeanor, she has been living a life of light, purpose, and resilience, finding strength and connection through challenges many would never see.

In this episode of SolFul Connections, Tracy steps into a verydifferent role: telling her own story. She reflects on a childhood that included real challenges, the inner strength it took to overcome them, and how those early experiences quietly shaped the way she moves through the world.

Tracy shares how authenticity, friendships, and spirituality carried her through life’s trials, including her journey with breast cancer, and how those connections continue to guide her today.

Now retired from a decades-long career in broadcast journalism, Tracy is navigating a powerful life pivot, one many of us can relate to. This conversation explores what it feels like to step away from a role that, at least on the outside, defined you, how to sit with uncertainty, and how purpose can evolve rather than disappear.

Whether you’re standing at the edge of change, redefining who you are beyond a title, or simply curious about the woman behind the public persona, this episode offers insight, honesty, and light.

Why This Conversation Matters

At some point, all of us face change: a pivot we didn’t plan for, or a chapter ending we once built our identity around. Tracy’s story reminds us that reinvention isn’t about losing who you were, but living fully into the light, purpose, and resilience that already exist within us.

Check out Tracy’s upcoming Programs

Virtual: (Jan. 21):

https://LiftingYourVoiceJanuaryVirtualEvent.eventbrite.com

In-Person Event:

https://LiftingYourVoiceMarch2026.eventbrite.com www.tracydavidson.com⁠

About the Podcast
SolFul Connections is a podcast about real people and their stories: the ones shaped by challenge, growth, and the search for meaning. Hosted by Amanda Soler, each episode invites honest conversations that help us feel less alone and more connected to ourselves and to one another.

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In this episode of SolFul Connections, Amanda connects with Courtney Schulnick, a former litigator who made the bold decision to step away from a fast-paced, successful legal career after experiencing the profound impact mindfulness had on her life.

Courtney shares what it was like to live inside a demanding profession, outwardly successful, inwardly disconnected, and how mindfulness helped her reconnect with herself, her values, and a deeper sense of presence and joy. That reconnection ultimately led her to leave the courtroom and pursue a path centered on mindfulness education, yoga therapy, and emotional well-being.

Together, Amanda and Courtney explore common misconceptions about mindfulness, including the belief that you need a quiet mind to practice. They discuss how awareness, compassion, and choice can transform how we relate to stress, parenting, and everyday life. Courtney also reflects on midlife transitions, listening to inner wisdom, and what becomes possible when we choose alignment over autopilot.

This conversation is for anyone who has ever wondered, “Is there another way to live?” and felt both the fear and the pull toward something more meaningful.

Chapters00:00Introduction to Mindfulness and Music04:25Courtney's Journey to Mindfulness11:49Understanding Mindfulness and Its Misconceptions19:54Mindfulness in Parenting25:23The Impact of Mindfulness on Personal Growth31:58Future Aspirations and Mindfulness ProgramsEmbark on your mindfulness journey with Courtney: https://bit.ly/48uuqEdFor more on Courtney: Courtney Schulnick Mindfulness