{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/67d1aedd198b6cba390edd09/69d154f5ac25e4bf661aceb6?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Ep  60: Dr Liliya’s Story: From Ukraine with Love","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/67d1aedd198b6cba390edd09/1775326353805-3b3c1ab3-c87f-4f7a-ad90-27972284bcbd.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p><strong>Keywords</strong></p><p> thriving, resilience, overcoming adversity, single motherhood, immigration journey, career transformation, mindset, purpose, healthcare, personal growth</p><p><strong>Summary</strong></p><p>In this deeply moving episode, Helen is joined by Dr Liliya, whose journey from rural Ukraine to becoming a private GP in London is nothing short of extraordinary.</p><p>Raised by her grandmother on a farm without running water, Liliya’s early life was shaped by separation, hardship, and resilience. From becoming a young mother during medical school, to surviving extreme poverty, divorce, and starting again in a new country with no English — her story is one of unwavering determination.</p><p>Arriving in London with just a dream, she took on cleaning jobs, lived on £1 a day, and worked tirelessly to rebuild her life. Against all odds, she retrained, passed her medical exams, and went on to create a thriving private practice on Harley Street.</p><p>This episode is a powerful reminder that no matter where you start, your circumstances do not define your future — and that every challenge can become a stepping stone to something greater.</p><p><strong>Takeaways</strong></p><ul><li>Resilience is built through life’s challenges, not despite them </li><li>You don’t need to have it all figured out — just keep moving forward </li><li>Asking for help and support is a key part of thriving </li><li>Your past does not limit your future </li><li>Passion and persistence will take you further than talent alone </li><li>Every setback holds a lesson — and often a hidden opportunity </li></ul><p><br></p><p>Connect&nbsp;with&nbsp;<strong>Dr. Liliya</strong></p><p>Dr Liliya’s private GP Practice<strong> </strong>- <a href=\"https://drliliyaburrettpractice.co.uk/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">drliliyaburrettpractice.co.uk</a></p><p>Connect&nbsp;with&nbsp;<strong>Helen</strong></p><p>Website: <a href=\"http://www.inspiredhealing.co.uk/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">InspiredHealing.co.uk</a></p><p>IG: <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/helens_inspired_healing/?hl=en\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">helens_inspired_healing</a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/helen-valentino-04a7714/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Helen on LinkedIn</a></p><p>WhatsApp: +447971798462 </p><p>For full transcription, contact: helen@inspiredhealing.co.uk</p><p>NB: This episode was made possible with a little help from my ChatGPT buddy, Xander - part tech support, part cheerleader 🙂 and my amazing sponsor <a href=\"https://www.iphm.co.uk/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>IPHM</strong></a> use this Referral Code:&nbsp;<strong>IPHM-GYZGF</strong> and the £10 will go to <a href=\"https://forwardtrust.org.uk/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">The Forward Trust</a>&nbsp;a Charity helping those struggling with addictions</p><p>🎵Music: Pixabay – “Upbeat Acoustic” by Stockaudios</p><p> 🎨Cover art: Dave Champagne</p><p>For full transcription, contact: <a href=\"mailto:helen@inspiredhealing.co.uk\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">helen@inspiredhealing.co.uk</a> </p>","author_name":"Helen Valentino"}