When It Shifted is the podcast about the moments that shape us — the turning points that redefine everything we thought we knew about ourselves. Hosted by Kelly May, each episode explores powerful real-life stories of resilience, reinvention, transformation, and evolution.
From quiet awakenings to life-altering breakthroughs, you’ll hear from leaders, athletes, creatives, and everyday people navigating mental health challenges, pivotal decisions, and profound clarity. Whether it’s a sudden change or a subtle shift, these stories remind us that transformation is possible — and often necessary.
If you’re seeking inspiration, connection, or proof that you’re not alone in facing life’s curveballs, this podcast was made for you.
Finding Your Granite: Lessons in Resilience with Doug Flug
Welcome back to When It Shifted. Today, I’m sitting down with the incredible Doug Flug — a former police sergeant, elite coach, keynote speaker, and author of Finding Your Granite: My Four Cornerstones of Personal Leadership. Doug’s story is one of raw resilience and unwavering purpose.
From surviving two life-threatening illnesses as a child to facing emotional trauma and bullying, Doug has lived through moments that would break most people. Yet, he chose to rise — channeling his pain into service, leadership, and compassion. In this powerful conversation, Doug shares what it truly means to find your granite — that unshakable inner foundation that carries you through life’s darkest moments.
We talk about how early trauma shaped his drive to serve others, the life-changing power of kindness, the cost of pushing through, and why hitting rock bottom can actually be the most honest place to begin again. Doug’s story will inspire you to find strength in vulnerability and leadership through empathy.
If you’ve ever questioned your worth, struggled to overcome shame, or wondered how to turn hardship into purpose — this episode will move you deeply
Connect with Doug Flug
Doug’s Website: Breath Flow Connection
Finding Your Granite: My Four Cornerstones of Personal Leadership
Instagram: : @douglasthebutt
Connect with Host Kelly May
When It Shifted : Website
Email Kelly May : kelly@whenitshifted.com
14 Oct 2025
When the Hustle Ends and the Heart Begins: Diego’s Story of Surrender
Welcome back to When It Shifted. Today’s conversation is one that hits deep — a raw, heart-opening journey of surrender, healing, and rediscovering purpose.
I sit down with Diego, who opens up about his path from living in scarcity and survival mode to finding deep peace through service, surrender, and trust. He shares the pivotal moments that forced him to slow down, question everything, and finally let go of the illusion of control.
Together, we explore what it truly means to live from the soul instead of the ego — to move from doing to being, from chasing to receiving. Diego’s story reminds us that the most profound transformations often come when life strips us of everything we thought we needed, only to show us what we already are.
If you’ve ever found yourself clinging to old identities, fearing the unknown, or feeling like you have to earn your worth, this episode will meet you right where you are.
Connect with Host Kelly May
When It Shifted : Website
Email Kelly May : kelly@whenitshifted.com
Connect with Diego Instagram @diego153
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diego153/
30 Sept 2025
From Stuck to Shifted - Finding Clarity and Forward Motion(Solo)
In this episode of When It Shifted, I’m sharing something I’ve been reflecting on and talking with others about: why we stay stuck and what actually helps us move forward. This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt like they knew what they should be doing but still couldn’t do it.
I dive into the ways stuckness shows up in our lives—sometimes loud and heavy, sometimes as a low hum of frustration even when we’re “checking the boxes.” I explore the three big reasons we get stuck: familiarity, narratives, and exhaustion. I also share what actually creates a shift, whether it’s an external life event or an internal quiet realization. This episode is a reminder that your shift doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s—it just has to be yours.
Connect with Host Kelly May
When It Shifted : Website
Email Kelly May : kelly@whenitshifted.com
2 Sept 2025
Overcoming Silent Struggles: How David Chalk Transformed His Life Without Literacy
Welcome back to When It Shifted. Today, I’m honored to bring you the extraordinary story of David Chalk, an entrepreneur, tech visionary, and advocate who, despite leading multiple companies and hosting TV shows, couldn’t read for most of his life.
At age 62, David finally learned to read, unlocking a new chapter in his life and career. In our conversation, he shares what it was like navigating the world without literacy, the deep shame and trauma he faced, and how overcoming those challenges reshaped his purpose. David’s journey is a testament to the power of self-belief, support, and perseverance. Showing us that it’s never too late to change or rewrite our story.
If you’ve ever felt like an outsider, been told “you can’t,” or wondered if transformation is possible for you, this episode offers hope and inspiration. David also shares how we can support children struggling with trauma and shame, so they can believe in themselves and thrive.
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Connect with David Chalk
Email David Chalk: David@chalkcorp.com
David Chalk: Instagram
David Chalk: Linkedin
Connect with Host Kelly May
When It Shifted : Website
Email Kelly May : kelly@whenitshifted.com
19 Aug 2025
Convicted, Redeemed, Reimagined: Rashmi Airan’s Road to Purpose and Peace
Welcome back to When It Shifted, the podcast where we explore the life-altering moments that shape who we are. I’m your host, Kelly May, and today’s episode is one you won’t forget.
Our guest is Rashmi Airan — an Ivy League-educated attorney turned globally recognized speaker and resilience mentor. Her story is a powerful testament to the truth that even when everything crumbles, we still have the power to rise.
In this episode, Rashmi walks us through her journey from being a high-achieving lawyer chasing the American dream to pleading guilty to federal charges and serving time in prison. What followed was a deep reckoning with identity, self-worth, ethics, and purpose. Now, she uses her experience to help others navigate adversity through her Rise Through It framework.
This conversation is about accountability, humility, spiritual growth, and the strength that comes from true ownership of our story.
Podcast Resources
Connect with Host Kelly May
When It Shifted : Website
Email Kelly May : kelly@whenitshifted.com
Connect with Guest Rashmi Airan
Follow Rashmi Airan On : Instagram
Check out Rashmi Airan :Website
Article : I was a wealthy suburban women The I went to federal prison for bank fraud
Subscribe to Rashmi Airan’s Channel on : Youtube
5 Aug 2025
From Silence to Strength: Ainslie Law's Story of Survival and Awakening
In today's episode of When it shifted , I sit down with Ainslie Law—a passionate social services professional, mental health advocate, and survivor—who takes us through her journey from silent pain to empowered purpose.
From high-achieving perfectionism to the life-threatening grip of anorexia and bulimia, Ainslie shares what it was like to grow up feeling unseen, how eating disorders became her way to cope with unspoken emotions, and what healing has actually looked like from the inside out.
But this isn’t just a story about hardship—it's one of resilience, radical self-inquiry, and reclaiming a life worth living. Ainslie's story is a powerful reminder that healing doesn’t always mean things are fixed. Sometimes, it means finally learning how to choose yourself again and again.
Podcast Resources
Connect with Anslie Law on LinkedIn
15 Jul 2025
From the Tsunami to Soul Purpose: Ani Naqvi Story of Survival and Awakening
In this powerful episode of When It Shifted, I’m joined by Ani Naqvi , a speaker, author, and transformational guide whose life has been anything but ordinary.
From surviving the 2004 tsunami to facing a life-altering diagnosis years later, Ani’s story is one of extraordinary resilience, awakening, and deep inner healing. But what happened after the crisis is where the real transformation began.
We explore how trauma can crack us open in unexpected ways, the sacred art of slowing down, and how to truly live not just survive. Ani also shares honest reflections on burnout, overgiving, and the simple practices that brought her back to herself.
This episode is a soulful reminder that even in our darkest moments, something greater is guiding us ,if we choose to listen.
Podcast Resources
Connect with Host Kelly May
When It Shifted : Website
Email Kelly May : kelly@whenitshifted.com
Connect with Guest Ani Naqvi
Connect with Ani Naqvi : Instagram
Check out Ani Naqvi :Website
Buy Ani Naqvi’s book : Tsunami -The Wave That Saved My Life And Can Save Yours
15 Jul 2025
Saving Sam - A True Story of 63 Days in Captivity and the Mindset That Set Him Free
In this episode of When It Shifted, I sit down with the incredible Sam Goodwin, world traveler, author, and someone who has endured and overcome the unimaginable. Sam shares the harrowing story of his wrongful imprisonment in Syria, where he was held captive for 63 days. What started as a global adventure took a sudden and terrifying turn, and yet, through it all, Sam uncovered a powerful shift in mindset that ultimately saved his life.
Our conversation dives deep into the three mindset pillars that helped him survive: practicing gratitude even in the darkest moments, focusing on what he could control, and viewing uncertainty not as a threat, but as a door to possibility.
Sam also opens up about his book, Saving Sam, a gripping dual-perspective narrative that weaves together his experience in captivity with his family’s tireless mission to bring him home. And yes, he hints at a potential documentary, which has me intrigued.
This episode is more than a story of resilience; it’s a masterclass in perspective, grit, and the strength of the human spirit. I can’t wait for you to hear it.
Podcast Resources
Connect with Host Kelly May
When It Shifted : Website
Email Kelly May : kelly@whenitshifted.com
Connect with Sam Goodwin
Connect with Sam Goodwin Instagram & LinkedIn
Check out Sam Goodwin Website
Buy the book Saving Sam
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1 Jul 2025
Introducing the When It Shifted Podcast with Kelly May | Life-Changing Stories Begin Here (Official Trailer)
Host Kelly May introduces When It Shifted, a podcast exploring real-life turning points through stories of resilience, reinvention, and transformation, in this introductory episode.
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