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Started College at 42, Master’s at 50 & Beat Cancer: The Swearing Therapist —Zulma Williams | Ep 138
Description
It’s never too late to chase your dreams. Zulma Williams — licensed clinical social worker, trauma therapist, breast cancer survivor, and the “Swearing Therapist” — shares her powerful story of resilience and late-blooming success.
In this inspiring conversation, Zulma discusses:
- Immigrating from Argentina and starting over in her 30s
- Going back to school in her 40s and 50s while facing major life challenges
- Surviving breast cancer, abusive relationships, depression & suicidal thoughts
- Why there’s no such thing as “being behind” in your 20s
- Practical mindset shifts for resilience, passion, and not letting fear stop you
If you feel behind, stuck, or afraid to start over, Zulma’s story proves it’s never too late to become who you’re meant to be.
Zulma is the founder of Dragonfly Therapy Services and a passionate advocate for real, raw mental health conversations.
Timestamps below ⬇️
#NeverTooLate #ResilienceStory #CancerSurvivor #LateBloomer #MentalHealth #TraumaTherapist
Connect with Zulma Williams
Website:https://www.dragonflytherapyservices.net/
LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/zulma-williams-ab7609214/
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/theswearingtherapist
YouTube :https://www.youtube.com/@theswearingtherapist
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Chapters
0:00 - Intro & Welcome Zulma Williams
1:40 - From Argentina to the US: Starting Over
8:15 - Starting College at 42 & Master's at 50
15:30 - Breast Cancer Diagnosis & Continuing School
23:10 - Surviving Abuse, Depression & Suicidal Thoughts
31:45 - The “Warrior Inside You” Mindset
40:20 - Why There’s No Such Thing as Being “Behind”
48:50 - Advice for Young Adults Feeling Lost or Afraid
57:15 - Final Thoughts on Passion, Action & Living Fully