In this episode, I sit down with Wil “Wize” Otero, a motivational speaker, podcaster, producer, and life coach who has made it his mission to help people transform their pain into purpose. After losing his wife at just 31 and grieving multiple close Family members, Wize found himself staring grief in the face with nothing but questions… and a whole lot of heartache.

Instead of collapsing inward, he created the Stuck In My Mind Podcast, a space where honest stories, healing conversations, and resilience take center stage. Today, he also runs Real Wize Productions, helping others bring their stories to life through meaningful, impactful media.

Wize brings honesty, heart, and zero fluff. This conversation is part pep-talk, part permission slip, and part “hey, you’re not alone.”

You can find him here: www.realwizeglobal.com

Podcast: Stuck In My Mind Podcast

Instagram: @wize_el_jefe

Facebook: Stuck In My Mind Podcast

YouTube: Real Wize TV

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Nikki Smith Death Doula

Nikki is a death doula, grief coach and podcaster, serving the terminally ill, dying, elderly and their loved ones with dignity and respect. Her goal is to help others embrace the end of life and share open and honest communication with their loved ones. She can take the burden and hold space so you can focus on what matters most in your final days and leave this world at peace.