Qualified - Lessons in Loss

After the loss of two children through miscarriage and stillbirth, Bridgett's hopes were shattered.  When a divorce, the death of a family member and other losses followed, she became depressed and began to experience health issues because of her deep grief.Join me as I talk with Bridgett Dunbar, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and author of the book, Grief, Loss and the Goodness of God, A Path to Healing after the Death of a Child.  In our conversation Bridgett shares not only her most vulnerable emotions about her grief and loss, but also the profound insights she gained into the purpose of pain.   She explains her belief that pain is not only temporary in this life, but necessary to make you the person you were destined to be.Download Bridgett's FREE book here:https://bridgettdunbar.com/griefOrder on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CYXG6NF6?ref_=pe_93986420_774957520

Have you experienced the painful loss of a friendship breakup? Maybe it was due to a disagreement over a position you hold firmly to.  Perhaps it was related to the way you parent your children, your political views, your lifestyle choices, or your religious beliefs.  Whatever the cause, friendship breakups are hard.Join me as I chat with the author of “When Best Friends Aren't Forever,” Kristen Reed-Belveal.  In her book, she takes a hard look at friendships through the lens of faith. In our discussion we explore what to do when we get a vibe that something's wrong, how to communicate effectively in order to keep the friendship healthy, the emotional turmoil that follows a friendship loss and the crucial steps toward healing, and how to surround yourself with a supportive, mature community that can keep your focus on growth rather than gossip.  Kristen emphasizes the importance of self-reflection, helping you understand your own role in the friendship's end and how to improve for the future. We also touch on the prospect of reconciliation, giving you the tools to decide if reaching out to a former friend is the right move. Kristen shares her personal experiences and offers biblical wisdom on approaching conflicts with humility and forgiveness, making this an episode you won't want to miss.Kristen's website:http://www.kristenreedauthor.com

What happens when your deepest faith is tested by unimaginable suffering? In this episode, I talk with David Libby, who explains how he and his family contracted Lyme disease.  He shares the emotional and physical toll of watching his wife and daughters endure excruciating pain, while he himself became their primary caregiver despite his own illness. A self-taught student of theology, well-versed Christian apologist and published author, David has much to offer on the topics of theology, atheism, and adversity with insights from historical figures like Ernst Haeckel and Charles Darwin.  We explore the dysteleological argument, its counterpoints to the teleological argument for God's existence, and the biblical perspective on imperfections in the world. This episode encourages you to hold onto faith and find comfort in God's presence, even amidst life's most challenging trials.David's book on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/Different-World-Gods-Sovereignty-Suffering/dp/B0C9S8SK5M

Laura endured the adversity trifecta- cancer, infidelity, and divorce.  Listen in as she opens up about her bi-lateral breast cancer diagnosis, ravaging chemotherapy, congestive heart failure, a heart transplant, and coping with infidelity and divorce after 27 years of marriage.  Through it all, she not only regained her strength and recovered physically but she emerged stronger and more determined to help others.https://www.icope2hope.com/

How are you going to feel when your child leaves for college?  Have you given it any thought in advance and how prepared are you to face an empty nest?In this episode I talk with Stacy Kaye, an award-winning journalist and source of encouragement for those facing the silence of an empty nest.  Listen in and be inspired  as we explore the depth of parental love, the pain that comes with letting go, and the new opportunities that await in this transitional phase of life.https://www.stacykayebooks.com/

The loss of a dog, a cat, a horse, a bird, any pet can cause us to experience grief.  The animals we share our homes and lives with are part of our families and  when they are no longer there it can create a significant and painful void.Listen in as I interview Rachel Shirley,   a compelling author and certified coach committed to guiding individuals through life's profound moments, including the impactful experience of pet loss.https://www.rachel-shirley.com/

When Katherine and her husband learned of their baby's fatal fetal diagnosis, they knew they had some hard decisions to make.  Since their child had no kidneys he would most likely die in utero or shortly after birth, so doctors recommended termination of the pregnancy.Listen in as Katherine shares her story about carrying a baby she knew she could not keep and making a choice to stay true to her convictions.   Katherine's blog:https://medium.com/@whenwatersrise/four-years-and-gods-goodness-eb7c68c003ea

When doctors diagnosed her father with mild cognitive disorder, a form of dementia that would likely progress to Alzheimer's, Joycelyn was in denial.  It was difficult to watch the decline of her superhero dad and she began to grieve the loss of the man he once was. Her personal story will resonate with anyone who has walked alongside a loved one with cognitive decline and has experienced anticipatory grief.  Listen in to this intimate discussion with Reverend Jocelyn Jones, as she shares her raw emotions and profound life lessons that will leave you inspired.Rev. Jocelyn's website:https://www.faithonthejourney.org/Breaking the Power of the Mask:https://www.amazon.com/Breaking-Power-Mask-Discover-Healing/dp/1734046708/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1707439139&sr=8-1

Born with a severe cleft palate, Sue faced ridicule and harassment on daily basis due to the way she looked.  In addition to having to endure multiple surgeries and physical pain, she would also be traumatized by her parent's divorce and an abusive encounter in college that resulted in rape.Today, Sue Corl is an international women's conference speaker, author, mentor, Bible teacher, missionary, founder and Executive Director of Crown of Beauty International, and His Heartbeat Podcast host. Her greatest joy is being a wife and mother of two adult children.She has a passion to see women set free to live in the powerful truths of who they are in Christ and the love of God. She served as a missionary for twenty-five years in Asia. Currently, she travels to minister to women throughout Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and the U.S. She has a Master's of Education from the University of Hawaii and a Master's of Christian Counseling from Philadelphia Biblical University. She is the author of several books including Crown of Beauty Twelve Week Bible Study, For Such a Time as This, and Broken but Undefeated.Listen in to this incredible story of perseverance and strength as one woman discovers how to stop believing the lies about beauty and realize how she is seen in the eyes of God.Website: https://www.crownofbeautyinternational.comPodcast Link: https://www.crownofbeautyinternational.com/podcastAmazon Link: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Sue+Corl&i=stripbooks&crid=MJ4LB7W50FDC&sprefix=sue+corl%2Cstripbooks%2C89&ref=nb_sb_noss_1

At the age of 13, Katherine made the choice to exclude her father from her life.  By going no contact with him, she hoped to rid herself of his toxic behavior and safeguard her own mental health.Listen in to our conversation as Katherine shares about her emotional journey of stepping away from her father for 13 years and the impact it had on her adult life.  She also discusses the liberating force of forgiveness and its essential role in overcoming bitterness, anger, and the importance of praying for those not ready to mend fences. https://leonfe.org/https://www.linkedin.com/in/opportunitymade/https://leonfoundation.thinkific.com/ - free leadership course#nocontact #reconciliation #forgiveness #toxicbehavior #radicalacceptance

While away from home on a business trip, Anne-Marie was informed that her husband suffered a brain aneurysm and died in their bedroom.  Nothing could have prepared her for the pain and grief she was about to experience and no one seemed equipped to come alongside her emotionally.Listen in to this inspirational story of how one widow was determined to use her experience to help other grievers -ultimately becoming a grief specialist, 8-time award-winning author on grief,  and founder of The Grief & Trauma Healing Network, LLC.Her website: Grief & Trauma Healing Network https://griefandtraumahealing.comWidow Retreat Information:https://www.griefandtraumahealing.com/widows-grief-retreat/Her free online grief support site: MyGriefCare.com https://www.mygriefcare.comYour Grief Guides YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxXrACWW7qjFlQ1A26onCMQAnne-Marie's 8-time award-winning book “When Their World Stops - The Essential Guide to Truly Helping Anyone in Grief”   https://amzn.to/3Sb2T2f

Raising twin daughters with severe intellectual disabilities and autism, working full time and becoming an advocate for people with disabilities would keep Clay busy and challenged over the years.  But when his wife was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, he began to wonder why his family had been singled out for so much adversity in this life.Listen in and hear how Clay Boatright eventually found purpose in adversity and how he learned to view life's challenges as blessings.Purchase Clay's book here:https://www.amazon.com/Gods-Plan-Our-Circus-Reinvention/dp/1955711224

When a social media post informed her about a fatal shark attack at the very time and place her husband was surfing that day, Katie instinctively knew her worst fear had been realized.  Now widowed at the age of 27, her life had been shattered into a million pieces launching her into the unknown, unwanted journey of grief. Listen in as I talk with Katie Kelly- an incredibly strong and resilient woman, and the founder of  Through It All - a newly established nonprofit foundation dedicated to helping those in grief and equipping churches and individuals with the tools to compassionately walk alongside people after the loss of a loved one.Katie's Foundation - Through it All:https://www.throughitall.com/#widow #childlesswidow #traumaticloss #suddenloss #throughitall 

Ten years after losing  her mom to cancer, Ceci was still healing but feeling stronger, restored and more grounded.  Then the news came that her father was ill and ultimately died in the hospital during the pandemic.    By age 30, she had lost both parents and was struggling with PTSD, suicidal ideation and a variety of somatic issues stemming from her intense grief.  Listen in to this honest and inspirational conversation with Ceci Frost about her trauma, grief journey and the lessons she learned in her loss.https://thehopecollective.net/?fbclid=IwAR3lVNvcQIKOjeyMYINTWOtMj8Go42hLr-AbqwCQm0CVicMvxwXFbnPeXYE#parentloss #grief #examingmyfaith #PTSD #somaticissues #mindfulness

Growing up in an alcoholic and abusive home made every day difficult for Suzy.  She endured painful emotional and physical abuse and failed to receive the nurturing and parental guidance that is so critical to a child's healthy development.  But even after being raped at a very young age, and living in a home devoid of love, Suzy's greatest loss would be the death of her younger brother, Bart, who died tragically by suicide.Join me in this intimate conversation with Suzy Ryan, author, educator, Ironman athlete, and SCAD (Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection) survivor. After twenty-plus years of teaching bright-eyed, enthusiastic pupils and tired-eyed, apathetic ones, and everything in between, Suzy realized each student had a story to tell—some even traumatic as her own.Her debut novel, Saving Summer, was born out of a desire to offer a bridge of hope for students, encouraging them to see themselves as victors rather than victims. Awarded Valley Middle School's teacher of the year in 2020, Suzy now teaches 6th, 7th, and 8th grades at Carlsbad Seaside Academy. A Kansas native turned California girl, she enjoys spending time with her husband and three adult children.https://www.Suzyryan.com#abusesurvivor #sexualabuse #suicide #atriskstudents #teacher #compassion #rape #empathy #narcissisticparents #alcoholism #savingsummer #suzyryan #SCAD #trauma #faith #BartBradford #JackMunday 

Following two miscarriages, Darrell and his wife were thrilled to learn that they would finally become parents.   As they arrived at the hospital prepared to experience their greatest joy, they also received devasting news that would trigger a mix of emotions they were completely unprepared for.Listen in on my conversation with Darrell Williams, former white  house communications director to the vice president,  military veteran, pastor, speaker, facilitator, and certified life coach. Darrell's candid discussion on managing emotional turmoil while offering support to his spouse, and drawing strength from their faith, family and circle of friends is sure to touch your heart, inspire you, and give you hope!#miscarriage #joyandsorrow #faith #grief Darrell's Website:https://speakerhub.com/speaker/darrell-williams

During a family vacation in Colorado, Tara's 13-year-old daughter Taylor died suddenly when she struck a tree while skiing.  Still in shock, Tara and her husband were asked a question no parents ever think they will hear:  "Would you be willing to donate Taylor's organs?" In our conversation, Tara opens up about the difficult journey of grief and how Taylor's passing impacted her family. However, amidst the pain, Tara found a sense of purpose in promoting organ donation, an act that truly embodies Taylor's selfless spirit. She shares the admirable work of the Taylor's Gift Foundation, a beacon of support for grieving families across the nation, and the crucial role of organ procurement organizations.Tara also recounts the incredible aftermath of Taylor's passing, including the emotional moment she read Taylor's poem, 'I Am', on the Ellen DeGeneres show. The inspiring stories of the five recipients of Taylor's organs highlight the life-altering power of organ donation. Taylor's Gift Foundation:https://www.taylorsgift.org/Ellen Show clip:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UU0_Joq0yRsGood Morning America clip:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YFx-TIE3zy8#organdonation #lessonsinloss #taylorsgift #bereavedmom #losingadaughter #deathofachild #faith #adversity #loss 

When her husband passed away suddenly, Debbie was widowed without warning at the age of 35 with 4 young boys.  In our discussion, she  weaves through the terror of losing Aaron,  the heartbreak of explaining the tragedy to her four young boys, and the struggle to keep her faith amidst the darkest storm she'd ever faced.Debbie's story isn't just about loss and grief, it's one of resilience, hope, and faith that will challenge your perspective on life. With raw emotions and heartfelt wisdom, Debbie takes us along her journey navigating the unfathomable tide of grief while finding strength in her faith and community. She reminds us all that even though tomorrow is not guaranteed, we can trust our unknown future to a known God. Don't miss this episode. It's a testament to the human spirit's indomitable power to overcome adversity and keep pushing forward.https://www.debbiewilkinsbaisden.com/#widowedwithchildren #widow #suddenloss #grief #faith #deathofspouse

Just before Thanksgiving in 2020, in the midst of a global pandemic, a loving wife and mother of three would discover that her 17-year-old daughter had taken her own life. In an incredibly touching conversation with author K. L .Gilchrist, we walk through her journey of sudden bereavement. Gilchrist paints a poignant picture of the initial shock and grief that accompanied her daughter's untimely passing and her struggle for closure. Yet, in this darkness, she found solace by leaning on her faith.  Gilchrist's perspective on trusting God amidst the storm is not only inspirational but also insightful.https://www.klgilchrist.com#childloss #suicide #radicaltrust #God #faith #grief

What if I told you that you could transform your mental health through the power of daily text messages? Join me for a powerful conversation with my guest, Johnny Crowder, a suicide and abuse survivor who has turned his pain into purpose by creating Cope Notes, a text-based mental health platform that's now supporting users in nearly 100 countries across the globe.Johnny shares his journey through depression and the impact of growing up in an abusive home, revealing how music and art provided an emotional outlet he desperately needed. We also explore the crucial role of asking for help in reducing recovery time and how Johnny's faith in God, combined with the support of his church community, helped him find hope, healing, and the motivation to help others.Don't miss this inspiring episode as we dive deep into Johnny's story and the mission behind Cope Notes. Together, we reflect on the importance of empathy and understanding in supporting those struggling with mental health challenges and challenge you to take action, making a positive difference in your own life and the lives of others.https://copenotes.com/https://johnnycrowder.com/

While in the hospital giving birth to her son, Veronica received the news that her sister had just passed away.    Listen in to hear the story of how this woman of faith chose to react to her circumstances and how she turned her misery into a ministry that is helping others overcome adversity and loss.#miscarriage #multiplelosses #faith #loss #grief https://speakerhub.com/speaker/veronica-williams

Following the death of her dear friend, Marnie was surprised at the impact her grief would have on her physical health.   Later, her father's sudden death also hit her hard emotionally and physically, but it didn't take her long to realize the spiritual 9-1-1 call she needed to make that she still relies on to this day.Listen in as Marnie shares an uplifting and positive message of faith and hope in the midst of loss!https://www.marnie.com/#suddenloss #marnieswedberg #grief #impactofgrief

When Darryl first learned that his son Chase had a drug habit, he panicked.  He didn't know how to respond to his son's behavioral changes, so he turned to an intervention team.  Chase was admitted to a treatment facility, seemed to be doing better, but eventually relapsed.Listen in as Darryl openly shares the parenting mistakes he made and the lessons he learned about the proper role of a parent with an addicted child.https://www.darrylrodgers.com/https://www.griefshare.org/#addictedchild #parentinganaddict 

On the 10 year anniversary of my son Sean's passing, I share the lessons I learned from the most devastating experience of my life.#lossofmyson #lessonsinloss #gratitude 

At the age of 18, Beth's son Mitchell passed away from an undiagnosed illness.  For the last five years of his life, she did everything in her power to help him return to health, only to realize it was out of her control.    Listen in as Beth shares the incredible lessons she learned about coming to a point of complete surrender and discovering an even deeper relationship with God.#surrender #relinquishingcontrol #mitchellthorpfoundationhttps://www.mitchellthorp.org/

Following the death of his 16-year-old son and only child, Ron did everything he could to avoid facing the reality of his loss.  Then one day, he was hit by a wave of emotions  that he allowed himself to feel and as a result, the healing process began.Listen in as Ron shares how he used his experience to write seven books, including the best-seller "Sometimes I Cry in the Shower."https://rglennkelly.com#bereaveddad #sometimesicryintheshower #fathersgrief #lossofanonlychild

Working as an engineer at Hewlett Packard for many years, John was valued and compensated for his left brain skills.  When his wife Pam died at 62, he experienced emotions he had never felt before and began to embrace empathy and compassion for other hurting people.    Listen in as John explains his right brain awakening and other valuable lessons learned following his wife's passing.#empath #grief #rightbrainawakening to purchase John's book:https://smile.amazon.com/Right-Brain-Awakening-Heartbroken-Engineer/dp/1955711208/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1COTMIIIEJVOL&keywords=john+lodal&qid=1676601355&sprefix=%2Caps%2C165&sr=8-1

When her disabled son passed away at the age of 18, Juli knew she had to use her experience to help other people.  She started a blog to share the lessons she learned and also to connect with other parents that have been through what she calls Life Unexpected. Listen in as Juli shares the challenges, joys and deep insights she realized by raising and caring for her son Robert.https://inourarms.blog/https://www.facebook.com/InOurArmsBloghttps://superbowlofgolf.com/san-antonio/#lifeunexpected #inclusion #advocacy #disabledchild

When her daughter passed away suddenly from a pulmonary embolism,  Carole knew everything would change in her life from that day forward.   Listen in as this bereaved mom shares her story of deep grief, physical adversity and  emotional pain that ultimately brought her to a place of new faith and a hunger for God like never before.https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/thirty-carole-j-sluski/1142918942https://www.amazon.com/Thirty-Mothers-Spiritual-Journey-Losing/dp/B0BQ9JB1QY#eternalperspective #hungerforGod #lossofmydaughter #bloodclot  

When a tragic plane crash took the life of his 17-year-old son, Clint gathered his family and charted a course for how they would grieve.  Listen in as a bereaved dad shares his emotions, insight and lessons learned about how to cope when the natural order of life is disrupted with the death of a child.https://www.bigboldbrave.us/book-clinthttps://bigboldbrave.us/join#deathofason #bereaveddad #spatialdisorientation #naturalorder #bigboldbrave 

When a fall down the stairs resulted in disability, chronic pain and emotional hardship, Darci realized her life would never be the same.   Listen in to this inspirational story about a woman who realized her purpose through adversity and discovered gifts in her suffering.https://www.darcijsteiner.com/#suddendisability #CRPS #beautybeyondthethorns #chronicpain #suffering

When her sister died suddenly, Nesreen's life was changed in every possible way.  During her grief process, she discovered a new sense of clarity about how she wanted to live her life and sought out a "coach" to assist her in her journey.  Listen in as Nesreen shares how the experience led her to a new purpose and mission to help other grievers.https://harborlightcoaching.com#sisterloss #griefcoach #hopeforgrievers #livingwithintention

When her 17-year old daughter died suddenly in a tragic off-roading accident at Pismo Beach, Kim's life was forever changed.  In this intimate conversation Kim shares the depth of emotion associated with early loss and the difficult steps that bereaved parents must take on their road to healing.  https://wildvictoriousheart.com/#childloss #bereavedmoms #losingmydaughter #beautyinpain

At the age of four, Lauren was sexually abused yet repressed her memories for most of her young life.   An encounter in her teenage years, triggered the horrific memories and  initiated her struggle with fear, shame, guilt and deep sorrow.  Listen in as Lauren shares her journey of recovery that would lead her to become an author and speaker, determined to help children and women overcome the trauma of abuse.https://www.LaurenLNelson.com#overcomingfear #sexualabuse #childhoodtrauma

Devastated by the news of her son's murder, Hope sought answers and support from others at a GriefShare meeting.   Her emotional journey led her to a place of faith and forgiveness and ultimately to finding purpose in her pain.https://www.grief2hopesupport.com/

When a flesh-eating bacterial infection resulted in a coma and the amputations of both hands and both feet, Wendy woke up to an entirely new reality.  With the support of a loving family and a strong faith in God, she was determined to help other people realize the purpose in their pain.  Listen in and be inspired by Wendy's incredible story of the power of faith and love.Get a copy of her free PDF and learn more about Wendy here:https://oneexceptionallife.com/peace#quadrupleamputee #overcomingadversity #overcomingloss

Only four months after her breast cancer diagnosis, Kim learned that her husband had pancreatic cancer.  Listen and be inspired by Kim Sorrelle - a popular speaker and author who has an incredible story of overcoming adversity and loss you won't want to miss!#breastcancersurvivor #kimsorrelle #lessonsinlossTo learn more about Kim and purchase her books visit:https://www.kimsorrelle.com/copy-of-love-challengeWEBSITEhttps://www.kimsorrelle.com

Witnessing domestic violence as a child had a deep and profound impact on John's life.  In his later years, he would experience multiple losses including divorce, the loss of a business, and the death of loved ones.  Listen in as John shares his experiences and how he was finally set free from the anger, resentment and bitterness that held him captive for years. Get a copy of John's book Broken and Redeemed:https://www.amazon.com/Broken-Redeemed-Finding-Complete-Surrender-ebook/dp/B09TS8MM3T/ref=sr_1_1?crid=45JYK0WYCQ7U&keywords=broken+and+redeemed+john+jarman&qid=1662579180&sprefix=Broken+and+redeemed%2Caps%2C145&sr=8-1 

When Robert turned down a full-ride scholarship to a major university, his parents began to worry about his future.  His subsequent life choices gave them even more concern.  Many parents find themselves in the uncomfortable position of having to watch their kids make poor decisions and feeling helpless to do anything about it.  Listen in as Robert shares an incredible story of how he ultimately returned to the values he was taught as a child which changed the course of his life in an amazing and beautiful way.www.hiddenfruitbook.com #prodigalson #hiddenfruitbook #pasttopurpose #robertbass #lessonsinloss #Katrinasurvivor #redeemedonpurpose #motorcycleaccident #learningtowalkagain  

When his brother died of a drug overdose, Scott LaPierre was depressed and confused.  He accepted an invitation to church with his coworkers where he experienced genuine compassion and love that would leave him wanting more.Join me for an authentic conversation with a teacher turned pastor who will now encourage you with his knowledge of scripture and real life experiences with loss.  Learn more about Pastor Scott at his website: scottlapierre.org#scottlapierre #afatheroffershisson  #brothersdeath #fatheralzheimers  #growthintrials 

As a survivor of the mass genocide in Cambodia in 1975, Sara Im is well-acquainted with adversity and loss.  In this episode, Sara shares her story of being held captive by the Khmer Rouge and forced to spend her days in a hard labor camp away from the family she loves.   Listen and be encouraged by her testimony of faith, perseverance and love.To learn more about Sara and to obtain a copy of her book, click on the link below:https://www.saraim.com/book#killingfieldssurvivor #massgenocidesurvivor #overcomingloss

Is Heaven a real place?  Is my loved one there?  Can they hear us if we talk to them?  How do I go on living when the person I loved dearly has died?  Dr. Paul Lenderman, Certified Grief Counselor, Thanatologist, Chaplain, and Music Therapist joined me on this episode to answer some of the hard questions about loss. In addition to his educational background, Dr. Lenderman experienced his own great personal loss when his younger brother Mark passed away suddenly in 2018.  A year later, he founded Mark Ministries in his honor.  This unique, nonprofit organization serves individuals, families, churches, and businesses, providing grief support for all bereaved persons coping with the loss of a loved one, pet, or anything of significant value.www.markministries.com#markministries #griefsupport #DrPaulLenderman #isheavenreal #saytheirnames

Seeking counsel after his divorce, Jim talks with a therapist who uses the word misogynist to describe his personality.  Shocked and ashamed, he sets out to make changes and break out of the behavior patterns that were modeled to him growing up.  Listen in as Jim shares the lessons he learned and the journey he embarked on that led him to finding genuine love.    #misogynist #divorce #radicaltransformation #findingloveagain

What is the standard for being a great father?  Where does a man turn to determine his worth and value as a dad?  In this episode, I interview Jeremy -  a husband, father and pastor, who shares his own experience and biblical insights on this engaging subject.#whatisagreatfather #amiagooddad #fathersdayloss 

In this episode, Yvette opens up about the struggles associated with infertility. She shares the pain and frustration she felt about the course of daily injections, social pressure and the emotional hardship that would take its toll on her and her husband.  Ultimately the decision to adopt would take the couple on a new journey of faith and love that would forever change their lives!#infertility #infertilitytoadoption #painofinfertility #adoption

In this episode, Ron shares about a series of traumatic events that took place in his life, including the death of his 17 year old Son, Daniel.  Following years of depression and even thoughts of suicide, Ron finally saw light in the darkness the day he walked into Life Church in Colorado Springs.  #losingmyson #cumulativegrief #beastfitarmy #prayerispowerful #useourplatforms #fathersgrief

Mother's Day can be a difficult day for some.  Bereaved moms, moms who are estranged from their children, children who are estranged from their moms, women who are facing infertility and/or  miscarriages, those whose moms have passed away, and many more. Today I will talk with Lorrie about the loss of her mom, her grief journey, and her thoughts on the losses associated with discrimination and racial bias. #mothersdayhurts #blackmothers #stillmissmymom #mothersdaywithoutmom #bereavedmothersday #longingtobeamom

On December 11, 2012, LeAnn lost her 16-year old son Andy to suicide.  Determined to raise awareness about this difficult topic, she immediately took action, starting a foundation and speaking publicly, even in the midst of her own grief.  In 2019, she wrote and published a book, How to Live When You Want to Die, sharing her painful experience with the purpose of providing inspiration and encouragement to others.LeAnn's Foundation:www.andyssunshine.comTo purchase LeAnn's book:https://www.amazon.com/How-Live-When-You-Want/dp/1692982656/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2M09A8D8SKZVG&keywords=how+to+live+when+you+want+to+die&qid=1649780368&sprefix=how+to+live+when+you%2Caps%2C327&sr=8-1&pldnSite=1#teensuicide #praiseyouinthisstorm #overcomer

When Elaine learned that her 4-year-old son had Duchenne muscular dystrophy and that he would most likely not live past his teen years, she made a decision to enjoy every day of their lives together.  She explains her feelings of anticipatory grief prior to Matt's passing, her unique approach to processing her emotions following his death, and the impact of secondary loss .  #Duchennemusculardystrophy #anticipatorygrief #secondaryloss

Those who have endured the pain of loss are uniquely qualified to help others with their experience.  In this episode, I interview a therapist who has textbook knowledge and real life experience in loss.  Ken explores his own trauma including the pain of divorce, loss of loved ones, illness, and depression to help others who are hurting. #therapistgrief #lossoffamily #therapistdepression

Shocked by the depth of emotional pain he experienced following the death of his wife, Bob sought advice and counsel to ease his suffering.  He recalls the sadness, sleepless nights, loss of appetite and anxiety that plagued him in the early months but also began to discover a new gratitude that would be key to his healing.Bob shares his insights about the power of the mind and the resiliency of our bodies during grief.  He understands the pain associated with losing a spouse and how grief is always present.  He frequently uses his experience to counsel other grievers with the lessons he has learned.  #Deathofaspouse #Losingmywife #gratitudeingrief