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Dr. Katrina Nguyen was just 14 months old when her family fled Vietnam by boat during the Fall of Saigon, a journey marked by near-death experiences and unimaginable courage. Now a board-certified pediatric gastroenterologist, bestselling author, and founder of the nonprofit Faithful-2-Fitness, she channels that legacy of resilience into helping families fight childhood obesity and build healthier futures. In this powerful conversation, Dr. Nguyen shares her refugee story, her path to medicine, and why compassion, gratitude, and generosity remain at the heart of everything she does.Interview recorded in Loves Park, Illinois.Key Takeaways:Dr. Nguyen's family escaped Communist Vietnam by boat in 1975, surviving multiple near-death experiencesHer upbringing as one of 10 children shaped her resilience and gratitudeShe founded Faithful-2-Fitness to provide free health education and lifestyle tools to underserved familiesCultural context and compassion are essential in addressing childhood obesityHer Catholic faith deeply informs her work in medicine, service, and philanthropyWriting Live to Give and other books helped her process grief and inspire generositySmall acts of compassion can spark long-term transformation—personally and societallyDr. Katrina Nguyen's Bio:Dr. Katrina Nguyen is a board-certified pediatric gastroenterologist, a two-time best-selling author, and founder of Faithful-2-Fitness, a nonprofit to fight childhood obesity. She was just 14 months old when her family escaped by boat from Communist Vietnam in April 1975 after the Fall of Saigon. She nearly died twice during her journey to freedom and the American Dream. She is a Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Rockford. She has shared her expertise via EWTN Global Catholic Network, YMCA podcast, and the American Academy of Pediatrics.Her Christian faith drives her to serve others. She established charity funds with Raymond James and Northwestern Mutual. Her nonprofit's sponsors include Chick-fil-A and Fleet Feet.Dr. Nguyen lives in Illinois with her husband Dr. Deladisma. She enjoys being a dog mom, gardening and traveling.Connect with Katrina:https://www.instagram.com/mdkatrina/#https://www.tiktok.com/@mdkatrina#TheHumanExperiencePodcast Follow Along:Website: https://www.thehxpod.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehxpod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getthehxTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehxpodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thehxpodSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What can a mother say to the cold-blooded executioner of her son? In American Mother, the heartrending story of the murdered American journalist Jim Foley, the writer Colum McCann and Diane Foley, Foley's mother and founder of the Foley Foundation, explore this terrible dilemma. This memorable conversation with Foley and McCann explores forgiveness, faith, and the moral complexities of justice. Most of all, though, it's the conversation about a mother's remarkable love for her dead son which she maintains and even redirects to his ISIS killer.Here are the five KEEN ON takeaways from our conversation with McCann and Foley:* The Power of Forgiveness: Diane Foley's ability to forgive Alexander Kotey, one of her son Jim's killers, demonstrates extraordinary grace. Her Christian faith played a crucial role in this process, though forgiveness wasn't easy or natural - it was a conscious choice that led to meaningful human connection even in the most difficult circumstances.* Policy Impact Through Tragedy: Jim Foley's death led to significant changes in U.S. hostage policy. The Foley Foundation's work has helped bring home nearly 150 Americans since 2015, and led to the creation of a formal government structure for handling hostage situations - a direct result of the Obama administration's initial failures and subsequent reforms.* The Complexity of Justice: The case highlights nuanced views on justice and the death penalty. The Foleys advocated against the death penalty for their son's killers, arguing that life imprisonment offers a chance for reflection and potential redemption, while execution would simply perpetuate cycles of violence.* Grief's Individual Journey: Diane's experience shows how grief manifests differently for each person. While her other children needed distance from the situation to heal, she channeled her grief into activism and forgiveness. Her willingness to meet her son's killer was not shared by other family members.* The Value of Journalism: Jim Foley's story underscores the importance and dangers of conflict journalism. His commitment to telling stories of people yearning for freedom in the Middle East, even after being kidnapped once in Libya, reflects the crucial role journalists play in helping the world understand complex situations and human struggles.Diane M. Foley is President and Founder of the James W. Foley Legacy Foundation, which she created in September 2014 less than a month after the public beheading by ISIS in Syria of her son James W. Foley, an American freelance conflict journalist. In 2015, she led JWFLF efforts to fund the start of Hostage US and the International Alliance for a Culture of Safety, ACOS. She actively participated in the National Counterterrorism Center hostage review which culminated in the Presidential Policy Directive-30. This directive created the current US hostage enterprise consisting of an interagency Hostage Recovery Fusion Cell, Special Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs, and a White House Hostage Response Group to free innocent Americans taken hostage or wrongfully detained abroad. JWFLF was instrumental in the passage of the Robert Levinson Hostage Taking and Accountability Act. She has been a tireless hostage, wrongful detainee and family advocate within the US hostage enterprise, Congress, and every presidential administration since 2014. She has raised awareness of international hostage-taking and wrongful detention using the award-winning documentary, “Jim, the James Foley story”, opinion pieces in the New York Times, Washington Post and USA Today and media interviews. Diane has spoken on the power of forgiveness in various faith communities and was included in 200 Women, edited by Geoff Blackwell. She co-authored the book “American Mother” which was published in 2024 with writer Colum McCann. Diane is also the author of a chapter called, “Life For A Voice: the Work of Journalist James W. Foley through the Eyes of his Family” in Living with Precariousness, edited by Christina Lee and Susan Leong, which was published in 2023.Previously, Diane worked as a community health nurse and as a family nurse practitioner for 18 years. She received both her undergraduate and master's degrees from the University of New Hampshire. She is active in her Roman Catholic parish of St Katherine Drexel in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire, where she lives with her husband, Dr. John W. Foley. She is the mother of five children.Colum McCann is the internationally bestselling author of the novels Let the Great World Spin and TransAtlantic. His newest novel, Apeirogon, will appear in 2020. It has already been acclaimed as a "transformative novel" (Raja Shehadeh). He is also the author of Zoli, Dancer, This Side of Brightness, and Songdogs, as well as three critically acclaimed story collections. His fiction has been published in more than forty languages. As well as a National Book Award winner, Colum has been a finalist for the International IMPAC Dublin Literary Award and was the inaugural winner of the Ireland Fund of Monaco Literary Award in Memory of Princess Grace. He has been named one of Esquire's "Best and Brightest," and his short film Everything in This Country Must was nominated for an Oscar in 2005. A contributor to The New Yorker, The New York Times Magazine, The Atlantic Monthly, and The Paris Review, he teaches in the Hunter College MFA Creative Writing Program. He lives in New York City with his wife and their three children.Named as one of the "100 most connected men" by GQ magazine, Andrew Keen is amongst the world's best known broadcasters and commentators. In addition to presenting the daily KEEN ON show, he is the host of the long-running How To Fix Democracy interview series. He is also the author of four prescient books about digital technology: CULT OF THE AMATEUR, DIGITAL VERTIGO, THE INTERNET IS NOT THE ANSWER and HOW TO FIX THE FUTURE. Andrew lives in San Francisco, is married to Cassandra Knight, Google's VP of Litigation & Discovery, and has two grown children.Keen On is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit keenon.substack.com/subscribe

This is the fourth episode in a series of episodes dedicated to a young woman named Olivea.  This episode is with special guest, best-selling author, Francine Rivers. In this episode Francine shares with Janell and Olivea about her life journey, how she hears from God, why trusting His character is so important, and how she knows He cares even when life can be full of disappointments or unexpected detours.    ABOUT FRANCINE RIVERS New York Times bestselling author Francine Rivers had a successful writing career in the general market for several years becoming a born-again Christian; she then wrote "Redeeming Love" as her statement of faith. A retelling of the biblical story of Gomer and Hosea set during the time of the California Gold Rush, Redeeming Love is now considered by many to be a classic work of Christian fiction and it continues to be one of the industry's top-selling titles year after year. Since Redeeming Love, Francine has published numerous bestselling novels with Christian themes—including The Masterpiece, Bridge to Haven, and A Voice in the Wind —and she has continued to win both industry acclaim and reader loyalty around the world. Her Christian novels have been awarded or nominated for numerous honors and in 1997, after winning her third RITA Award for Inspirational Fiction, Francine was inducted into the Romance Writers of America's Hall of Fame. In 2015, she received the Lifetime Achievement Award from American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW). Francine's novels have been translated into over 30 different languages, and she enjoys bestseller status in many foreign countries. Francine and her husband live in Northern California and enjoy time spent with their grown children and grandchildren. She uses her writing to draw closer to the Lord, and she desires that through her work she might worship and praise Jesus for all He has done and is doing in her life.  

It's Monday, September 2nd, A.D. 2024. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 125 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Afghan Muslims coming to faith in Christ The last time Khada saw her husband was an ordinary day – or as ordinary as any day can be in Afghanistan since the Taliban takeover in 2021, reports Open Doors. Afghan citizens face daily restrictions, oppression and danger, especially for underground Christians like Khada and her husband, Ehsan. Khada was born into a deeply religious Muslim family. She expected to follow the same path as her mother: marry the Muslim man chosen by her parents and raise a devout Muslim family herself. Her Christian boss did something very gutsy. She gave Khada a Bible. In Afghanistan, even before the Taliban takeover, it was extremely risky to give a Muslim a Bible. It's illegal to convert from Islam and very dangerous to share your Christian faith. Over the next six months, the Muslim couple read through the Bible together.  After trusting Christ as their Savior, they shared their new-found faith with relatives, many of whom also became Christians, despite the risks. Tragically, Eshan was killed by Muslim extremists for abandoning the false prophet of Mohammad. One Open Doors field worker said, “Despite hardships, believers' unwavering faith in Jesus Christ motivates them to operate covertly, spreading the good news among their fellow Afghans.” Prayerfully consider giving $4 to supply a Bible or $22 to help pay for a Christian radio broadcast into Afghanistan through a special link in our transcript today at www.TheWorldview.com. According to Open Doors, Afghanistan is the 10th most dangerous country worldwide in which to be a Christian. Pray the same prayer for our Afghan brothers and sisters in Christ as the Apostle Paul asked believers to pray for him. In Ephesians 6:19-20, he wrote, “Pray also for me, that whenever I speak, words may be given me so that I will fearlessly make known the mystery of the Gospel. … Pray that I may declare it fearlessly, as I should.” Kamala Harris delivered generalities in CNN interview Last Thursday night, CNN's Dana Bash sat down with Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate Tim Walz for her first interview in 40 days.  Kamala spoke in generalities right out of the gate. BASH: “The voters are really eager to hear what your plans are. If you are elected, what would you do on day one in the White House?” HARRIS: “There are a number of things I will tell you. First and foremost, one of my highest priorities, is to do what we can to support and strengthen the middle class. When I look at the aspirations, the goals, the ambitions of the American people, I think that people are ready for a new way forward, in a way that generations of Americans have been fueled by, by hope and by optimism. I think, sadly, in the last decade, we have had in the former president, someone who has really been pushing an agenda and an environment that is about diminishing the character and the strength of who we are as Americans, dividing our nation, and I think people are ready to turn the page on that.” BASH: “So, what would you do Day One?” HARRIS: “Day One, it's going to be about, one, implementing my plan for what I call an ‘opportunity economy.' I've already laid out a number of proposals in that regard, which include what we're going to do to bring down the cost of everyday goods, what we're going to do to invest in America's small businesses, what we're going to do to invest in families, for example, extending the child tax credit to $6,000 for families for the first year of their child's life to help them buy a car seat, to help them buy baby clothes, a crib. So, there are a number of things on Day One.” BASH: “So, you have been vice president for three and a half years. The steps that you're talking about now, why haven't you done them already?” Kamala has no regrets in describing Biden as “extraordinarily strong” CNN's Dana Bash asked Harris about her absurd and truly unbelievable defense of Biden's cognitive ability even after his June debate with Trump when Biden's mental decline was painfully obvious for all to see. BASH: “Vice President Harris, you were a very staunch defender of President Biden's capacity to serve another four years. Right after the debate, you insisted that President Biden is extraordinarily strong.  Given where we are now, do you have any regrets about what you told the American people?” HARRIS: “No, not at all.” Tim Walz confronted over lie he “served in war” CNN's Dana Bash asked Tim Walz, the Democratic Vice Presidential nominee, about his false claim that he served in war. BASH: “I want to ask you a question about how you've described your service in the National Guard. You said that you carried weapons in war, but you have never deployed actually in a war zone. A campaign official said that you misspoke. Did you?” WALZ: “Well, first of all, I'm incredibly proud. I've done 24 years of wearing uniform of this country. My record speaks for itself. But I think people are coming to you to know me. I speak like they do. I speak candidly. I wear my emotions on my sleeves. BASH: “The idea that you said that you were in war. Did you misspeak, as the campaign has said?” WALZ: “Yeah, I said we were talking about, in this case, this was after a school shooting, the idea of carrying these weapons of war. My wife, the English teacher, told me my grammar is not always correct.” J.D. Vance called Walz a liar In a separate CNN interview, Republican Vice Presidential nominee J.D. Vance called Tim Walz out for his lies. VANCE: “I've never criticized what Tim Walz did when he was in the military. I criticized his lying about his own record. This is a guy who was captured on video saying, ‘I carried a gun in war.' He never went to war. “This is a guy who's been captured on video as other people say, he's an Afghanistan veteran, he's a veteran of a war, nodding along in agreement instead of saying, ‘No, no. I did serve my country, and I did it honorably, but I never went to a war zone.' I'm not criticizing Tim Walz's service. I'm criticizing the fact that he lied about his service for political gain. Dana, I do think it's scandalous behavior.” Walz confronted over two other lies But Walz' lies did not stop with his military record. BASH: “You had to clarify that you had said that you and your wife used IVF, but it turned out you used a different kind of fertility in order to have children. And then, when you ran for Congress in 2006, your campaign repeatedly made false statements about a 1995 arrest for drunken reckless driving. What do you say to voters who aren't sure whether they can take you at your word? WALZ: “I certainly own my mistakes when I make them. I spoke about the treatments that were available to us that had those beautiful children there. That's quite a contrast in folks that are trying to take those rights away from us.” For the record, Donald Trump is not trying to curtail the availability of In Vitro Fertilization at all. Historic Gutenberg Bible published August 24, 1456 And finally, August 24th, 1456 was a unique anniversary.  That's when the second volume of the Gutenberg Bible was bound in Mainz, Germany. It completed a two-year project to create the first complete book printed with movable type.  The Gutenberg Bible was named after the inventor of the unique printing press with movable type, Johannes Gutenberg. It marked the start of the "Gutenberg Revolution" and the age of printed books in the West. Proverbs 30:5 says, “Every word of God is flawless; He is a shield to those who take refuge in Him.” Close And that's The Worldview on this Monday, September 2nd, in the year of our Lord 2024. Subscribe by Amazon Music or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Or get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Do you think you're too old to start a business? Do you worry it's too late to pivot and do something you're truly passionate about? Something that could make a huge difference in the lives of you and your family?  It's not too late. It's never too late. I say it often, but sometimes it takes hearing it from somebody else before it really sinks in.  Get ready to be inspired as I introduce you to Bev Schweigert, owner of Blessed Be Boutique and member of Launch Your Box.  Bev “retired” more than six years ago and spent six months wondering what to do next. Her Christian faith is central to her life and part of living that for Bev was going on a mission trip to Peru. Bev needed to raise some money to fund that trip and ended up selling Christian jewelry to do so. Soon after, the pandemic hit and Bev's online jewelry sales skyrocketed. But, once life started to get back to normal, sales started to slow way down.  Bev knew that if she wanted to keep growing her business, she needed to find ways to bring more of her target customers into her world - that meant attracting more Christian women. Bev had been journaling and started a Facebook group for women to reflect on scripture and journal along with her. She went Live in the group 5 days a week and just spent time serving her audience. Soon they started asking her to sell the products she was using - her journal and journaling supplies.  Bev did even more. She developed a creative devotional that includes crafts, poetry, songs to listen to, and more. She turned the idea of a devotional or journal into a true experience for Christian women. And it was a hit!  Soon, Bev started creating one-time devotional boxes - the first was inspired by her memories of summer camp. It included crafts to go along with the devotionals and all the supplies her customers needed to complete them. These boxes sold very well, inspiring Bev to create additional one-time boxes for holidays.  Before long, Bev started thinking about starting a subscription box. A friend and fellow business owner happened to be a member of Launch Your Box and encouraged Bev to join.  The results? Bev sold out her first launch with 80 subscribers! And when she opened back up in time for the next box, she sold out again, adding 45 more subscribers for a total of 130. That's right - Bev passed the 100 subscriber mark on only her second box! She'll open back up for box number three very soon and hopes to add 45 more subscribers.  There is so much about Bev's story that inspired me and will inspire you. And part of that is her age. See, Bev is 61. She started her business when she was 55. A lot of people think they're “too old” to start a subscription box business or any type of small business. If that sounds like you, Bev has a message for you. “It's never too late to get started!”  Bev has big goals for 2024. She wants to double what she did last year in sales, and she's already off to a strong start. Bev is having so much fun with her business - including her subscription box - that she can't imagine not working. Which is a good thing, since her husband hopes to retire soon thanks to the success of Blessed Be!  It doesn't matter if you are in your 30s, 40s, 50s, or beyond….it's never too late to start your subscription box business.  This episode is going to inspire the heck out of you.   Find and follow Bev:  Blessed Be Boutique on Facebook Blessed Intentions Facebook Group Blessed Be Boutique on Instagram   Blessed Be Boutique Website Join me in all the places:   Facebook Instagram Launch Your Box with Sarah Website  Are you ready for Launch Your Box? Our complete training program walks you step by step through how to start, launch, and grow your subscription box business. Join today!

Bio Dr. Katrina Nguyen is an award-winning, board-certified pediatric gastroenterologist, founder of a nonprofit to fight childhood obesity, and author of Live to Give. She was just 14 months old when her family escaped by boat from communist Vietnam in April 1975 after the Fall of Saigon. She nearly died twice during her journey to freedom and the American Dream. She is a Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Rockford. She has shared her expertise via EWTN Global Catholic Network, YMCA podcast, and the American Academy of Pediatrics. Her Christian faith drives her to serve others. She established a charity fund with Raymond James and her non-profit's sponsors include Chick-Fil-A and Panera Bread. Dr. Nguyen lives in Illinois with her husband Marconi. She enjoys being a dog mom, gardening, and traveling. https://mdkatrina.com/

Women - Exposing the Big Cover Up is the first in a series of honest & bold episodes on some of the strange expectations that have been placed on Christian women in the church, by the church. It's time for honesty and openness. Why? Because all injustices, legalism, coercion, abuses, unrighteousness, and affronts to the freedom bought by the blood of Jesus will eventually out! And they out for the wellbeing and good of us all, as individuals, as the church, and subsequently the world.This episode delves into the controversial history of head coverings for women in the church. Michelle shares her personal experiences and reflections on the requirement for women to wear head coverings in church settings, particularly during the 80s and 90s. She discusses the pressure and coercion women faced to conform to this practice, highlighting the theological debates and the lack of clarity surrounding the scriptural basis for such a requirement. The episode challenges the silence and lack of accountability from church leaders who enforced this practice, calling for reflection and potentially an apology for the harm caused. KEY TAKEAWAYSThe practice of requiring women to wear head coverings in church was a common expectation in certain Christian circles during the 80s and 90s.The enforcement of head coverings for women was based on a misinterpretation of a scripture in 1 Corinthians 11, leading to a form of oppression and control.The pressure on women to conform to the head covering rule was often enforced by church leaders, causing feelings of guilt and rebellion if not followed.The sudden discontinuation of the head covering requirement in Western churches raises questions about its true significance and the lack of accountability or apology from those who enforced it.BEST MOMENTS"I spent the first years of my Christian life, mostly during the 80s and early 90s, with women being expected to wear a head covering in church.""I was transported into a marvellously freeing relationship with him. One that gave freedom from things that were bad for me.""I was so grieved. But in all of that time, I remained convinced that I had done the right thing.""And all of this is control and abuse. It says, I as a man am okay just as I am before God. But somehow you as a woman are still not acceptable."VALUABLE RESOURCESEnjoying Healthy Living fb page: https://www.facebook.com/enjoyinghealthylivingSurviving Trauma, Crisis & Grief fb page: https://www.facebook.com/loadsoflifeIG Enjoying Healthy Living: https://instagram.com/enjoyinghealthyliving?igshid=OGQ5ZDc20Dk2ZA==IG Survive Trauma: https://instagram.com/survivetrauma?igshid=MzMyNGUyNmU2YQ== ABOUT THE HOSTMichelle is a master of transition and cross-cultural expert. Her Christian faith of over 35 years has led her to live and serve in six countries on three continents and have over fifty homes. She has a doctorate in Cross-Cultural Mission with a specialism in Natural Health & Nutrition and is a passionate advocate for natural, healthy living. With a huge amount of experience of personal trauma, she is a certified trauma awareness trainer, animal-assisted-therapy certified, CPTSD survivor, and author of the book, Surviving Trauma, Crisis & Grief, in two languages and endorsed by US traumatologist and author, Dr H Norman Wright, one of America's most prominent Christian counsellors. Michelle is a ministry co-founder, voice for freedom, advocate for the family, speaker, artist and singer/songwriter. She homeschooled her three children, has nine grandchildren, is a dog lover and keen gardener with a love for self-sufficiency. ABOUT THE SHOWThe Christian Wellbeing Show talks about the issues a lot of Christians don't talk about. What is trauma, how does it affect us, how can we heal, and how can the church do better to help? How can Christians be some of the healthiest people on the planet, and why does it matter? What are the five simple steps you can take to stay younger for longer? Michelle faces church control and abuse without flinching, and addresses issues in the church and in the world with courage and honesty. She empowers women, encourages faith, builds hope, reads God's Word, stands for freedom, speaks truth, and won't put up with a religious spirit. With a mix of spiritual inspiration and practical wisdom, solo hosting, guests and amazing co-host, The Christian Wellbeing Show cares about you, your life, faith, health and wellbeing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Michelle and Stuart explore the importance of being informed as Christians. Drawing from the story of Nehemiah, they highlight the relevance of understanding the world around us and the agendas at play. Both Michelle and Stuart emphasize the need for Christians to be aware of the spiritual battle taking place and to discern the truth amidst the noise. They discuss the dangers of blindly accepting mainstream narratives and encourages listeners to engage critically, research, and question. By being informed, Christians can pray effectively, resist evil, and stand up for the values that promote the goodness of God's kingdom.KEY TAKEAWAYSChristians need to be informed about what is happening in the world in order to pray effectively and resist evil.There are agendas and conspiracies at work that seek to harm and take away the freedoms and values that Christians hold dear.Christians should not dismiss everything as conspiracy theories, but rather critically examine information and research to discern the truth.Christians must be courageous and speak up against injustice and falsehoods, rallying together to make a positive impact.Division and silence are tactics used by the enemy to weaken the Church, so Christians should strive for unity and stand firm in their beliefs.BEST MOMENTS"Nehemiah could have fallen into this. There are several things in that account. There are several times when he has things said that he could have believed and he didn't.""As Christians, we have to be brave. There are so many people actually standing up against a lot of things that are going on who are not Christians.""We can't say, oh yeah, but it's not them, it's the devil, and sort of use that as a reason to ignore what they're doing or think, oh well, it doesn't really matter, it's not really them.""I think recognizing being a fit and free church, being well. Our well-being is not just about us as individuals. Our well-being is about us as Christians.""And as believers, we are, as the Church, as the Ecclesia, which we talk about in other episodes of this podcast, what Jesus designed his people to be in the earth and in society."VALUABLE RESOURCESchristianwellbeingshow.comABOUT THE HOSTMichelle is a master of transition and cross-cultural expert. Her Christian faith of over 35 years has led her to live and serve in six countries on three continents and have over fifty homes. She has a doctorate in Cross-Cultural Mission with a specialism in Natural Health & Nutrition and is a passionate advocate for natural, healthy living. With a huge amount of experience of personal trauma, she is a certified trauma awareness trainer, animal-assisted-therapy certified, CPTSD survivor, and author of the book, Surviving Trauma, Crisis & Grief, in two languages and endorsed by US traumatologist and author, Dr H Norman Wright, one of America's most prominent Christian counsellors. Michelle is a ministry co-founder, voice for freedom, advocate for the family, speaker, artist and singer/songwriter. She homeschooled her three children, has nine grandchildren, is a dog lover and keen gardener with a love for self-sufficiency.ABOUT THE SHOWThe Christian Wellbeing Show talks about the issues a lot of Christians don't talk about. What is trauma, how does it affect us, how can we heal, and how can the church do better to help? How can Christians be some of the healthiest people on the planet, and why does it matter? What are the five simple steps you can take to stay younger for longer? Michelle faces church control and abuse without flinching, and addresses issues in the church and in the world with courage and honesty. She empowers women, encourages faith, builds hope, reads God's Word, stands for freedom, speaks truth, and won't put up with a religious spirit. With a mix of spiritual inspiration and practical wisdom, solo hosting, guests and amazing co-host, The Christian Wellbeing Show cares about you, your life, faith, health and wellbeing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever heard the phrase that 'children always bounce back'? This is the topic Michelle discusses in today's episode, sharing her own story about how a broken home affected her own childhood. She challenges the idea that children always bounce back from divorce, and emphasizes the long-lasting negative impact it can have on their lives. Michelle recounts her own experience of losing her mother at just four years old, being faced with multiple stepmothers and the sexualization she encountered both at home and at school. She discusses her own journey of healing, and the need for support and understanding in acknowledging childhood trauma.  KEY TAKEAWAYSChildren don't always bounce back from a broken home and the impact can last for a long time.Experiencing a broken home can have negative effects on a child's education and future.Sexualization of children, especially girls, can have long-lasting impacts on their lives.A broken home and the associated trauma can lead to self-destructive beliefs and insecurities.It takes time and effort, with the help of God, to heal from the effects of a broken home and turn disadvantages into advantages.BEST MOMENTS"We can't just do anything and behave any way we want in our families and expect a broken home to not negatively impact our children. That's just unfair.""To say that children just bounce back after they have lost one of their parents to divorce... is really a salve on the part of the parents, they want to make themselves feel better.""A broken home, a breakdown in the marriage and a breakdown in the family is a trauma. It's what we would call an adverse childhood event.""Trauma affects brain architecture. It actually affects the structure of the brain. It affects the neural pathways. And yes, God can heal that. But it can take years of working with God to understand why we feel the way we do as an adult who has been through a broken home as a child." "Please remember, children are children. They don't always just bounce back. Some of them go on to have some real problems and dependencies and have horrible insecurities."  VALUABLE RESOURCESEnjoying Healthy Living Facebook Surviving Trauma, Crisis & Grief Facebook Enjoying Healthy Living Instagram Survive Trauma Instagram  christianwellbeingshow.comABOUT THE HOSTMichelle is a master of transition and cross-cultural expert. Her Christian faith of over 35 years has led her to live and serve in six countries on three continents and have over fifty homes. She has a doctorate in Cross-Cultural Mission with a specialism in Natural Health & Nutrition and is a passionate advocate for natural, healthy living. With a huge amount of experience of personal trauma, she is a certified trauma awareness trainer, animal-assisted-therapy certified, CPTSD survivor, and author of the book, Surviving Trauma, Crisis & Grief, in two languages and endorsed by US traumatologist and author, Dr H Norman Wright, one of America's most prominent Christian counsellors. Michelle is a ministry co-founder, voice for freedom, advocate for the family, speaker, artist and singer/songwriter. She homeschooled her three children, has nine grandchildren, is a dog lover and keen gardener with a love for self-sufficiency.ABOUT THE SHOWThe Christian Wellbeing Show talks about the issues a lot of Christians don't talk about. What is trauma, how does it affect us, how can we heal, and how can the church do better to help? How can Christians be some of the healthiest people on the planet, and why does it matter? What are the five simple steps you can take to stay younger for longer? Michelle faces church control and abuse without flinching, and addresses issues in the church and in the world with courage and honesty. She empowers women, encourages faith, builds hope, reads God's Word, stands for freedom, speaks truth, and won't put up with a religious spirit. With a mix of spiritual inspiration and practical wisdom, solo hosting, guests and amazing co-host, The Christian Wellbeing Show cares about you, your life, faith, health and wellbeing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode, Michelle discusses the fallacy of "food freedom" within the context of Christianity. She shares personal anecdotes from her childhood, highlighting the unhealthy eating habits she developed and the impact they had on her health. Michelle then explores the concept of freedom in Christ and how it should not be misconstrued as a license to indulge in unhealthy behaviors. She emphasizes the importance of common sense, good sense, and wisdom in making choices that promote physical and spiritual wellbeing. Michelle also addresses the misconception of "moderation in all things" and clarifies the biblical perspective on self-control and making wise decisions. KEY TAKEAWAYSThe concept of "food freedom" in Christianity can be controversial, as some believe that being set free in Christ means they can eat whatever they want without restrictions.While freedom in Christ means being set free from the law, it does not mean that everything is permissible or beneficial. Common sense, good sense, and wisdom should still guide our choices.The Holy Spirit is our leader and guide, not our taste buds. It is important to follow the leading of the Holy Spirit in making wise and healthful choices.God cares about our health and has given us the Holy Spirit to lead us in truth and in the things that are truly good for us. We can choose a healthy lifestyle and make choices that align with God's intention for our well-being.BEST MOMENTS"There was a culture of Christians believing that they now had freedom in Christ... It doesn't matter anymore. All those things are under the law. We're free now, aren't we?" "The Bible does talk about self-control... A man without self-control is like a city broken into and left without walls.""We are free to eat what we want. God won't stop us. But we're not free to eat what we want if we want to be healthy." "There's such a vast choice and array of healthy foods... There's such a wonderful choice of healthy foods available.""God really, really cares about our health... He really cares about your health." VALUABLE RESOURCESEnjoying Healthy Living Facebook Surviving Trauma, Crisis & Grief Facebook Enjoying Healthy Living Instagram Survive Trauma Instagram  christianwellbeingshow.comABOUT THE HOSTMichelle is a master of transition and cross-cultural expert. Her Christian faith of over 35 years has led her to live and serve in six countries on three continents and have over fifty homes. She has a doctorate in Cross-Cultural Mission with a specialism in Natural Health & Nutrition and is a passionate advocate for natural, healthy living. With a huge amount of experience of personal trauma, she is a certified trauma awareness trainer, animal-assisted-therapy certified, CPTSD survivor, and author of the book, Surviving Trauma, Crisis & Grief, in two languages and endorsed by US traumatologist and author, Dr H Norman Wright, one of America's most prominent Christian counsellors. Michelle is a ministry co-founder, voice for freedom, advocate for the family, speaker, artist and singer/songwriter. She homeschooled her three children, has nine grandchildren, is a dog lover and keen gardener with a love for self-sufficiency.ABOUT THE SHOWThe Christian Wellbeing Show talks about the issues a lot of Christians don't talk about. What is trauma, how does it affect us, how can we heal, and how can the church do better to help? How can Christians be some of the healthiest people on the planet, and why does it matter? What are the five simple steps you can take to stay younger for longer? Michelle faces church control and abuse without flinching, and addresses issues in the church and in the world with courage and honesty. She empowers women, encourages faith, builds hope, reads God's Word, stands for freedom, speaks truth, and won't put up with a religious spirit. With a mix of spiritual inspiration and practical wisdom, solo hosting, guests and amazing co-host, The Christian Wellbeing Show cares about you, your life, faith, health and wellbeing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Michelle delves into the topic of trauma, and emphasizes the importance of discussing it as a Christian. She acknowledges that, as Christian, there can be a tendency to downplay or ignore trauma, instead putting faith in God and Jesus. Michelle notes that trauma can affect us all regardless of religious beliefs, age, race, tribe, nation, or status. Drawing from personal experiences and examples from the Bible, Michelle encourages listeners to understand and address trauma, offering practical and spiritual steps for survival, healing, and supporting others.KEY TAKEAWAYSTrauma is a deeply disturbing, distressing, or frightening event that threatens one's feelings of safety and security.Trauma can affect anyone, regardless of age, race, religion, or social status.Trauma can have a profound impact on a person's physical, emotional, social, and mental well-being.The brain is affected by trauma, leading to changes in neural pathways and the release of stress chemicals.Healing from trauma is possible through the brain's neuroplasticity and the healing power of God.BEST MOMENTS"Trauma is an important topic. But why do we need to talk about it?" "Trauma affects different people differently. It depends very much on a person's history and personality." "Trauma overwhelms the emotions and the ability to cope. It disrupts normal functioning of the mind and it inhibits the ability to reason." "The brain has something called neuroplasticity. That means that the brain has the ability to heal and grow throughout life.""We can be healed from the effects of past trauma. Every little thing you manage to do in a day is an achievement, however small, and it is a victory."  VALUABLE RESOURCESEnjoying Healthy Living Facebook Surviving Trauma, Crisis & Grief Facebook Enjoying Healthy Living Instagram Survive Trauma Instagram  christianwellbeingshow.comABOUT THE HOSTMichelle is a master of transition and cross-cultural expert. Her Christian faith of over 35 years has led her to live and serve in six countries on three continents and have over fifty homes. She has a doctorate in Cross-Cultural Mission with a specialism in Natural Health & Nutrition and is a passionate advocate for natural, healthy living. With a huge amount of experience of personal trauma, she is a certified trauma awareness trainer, animal-assisted-therapy certified, CPTSD survivor, and author of the book, Surviving Trauma, Crisis & Grief, in two languages and endorsed by US traumatologist and author, Dr H Norman Wright, one of America's most prominent Christian counsellors. Michelle is a ministry co-founder, voice for freedom, advocate for the family, speaker, artist and singer/songwriter. She homeschooled her three children, has nine grandchildren, is a dog lover and keen gardener with a love for self-sufficiency.ABOUT THE SHOWThe Christian Wellbeing Show talks about the issues a lot of Christians don't talk about. What is trauma, how does it affect us, how can we heal, and how can the church do better to help? How can Christians be some of the healthiest people on the planet, and why does it matter? What are the five simple steps you can take to stay younger for longer? Michelle faces church control and abuse without flinching, and addresses issues in the church and in the world with courage and honesty. She empowers women, encourages faith, builds hope, reads God's Word, stands for freedom, speaks truth, and won't put up with a religious spirit. With a mix of spiritual inspiration and practical wisdom, solo hosting, guests and amazing co-host, The Christian Wellbeing Show cares about you, your life, faith, health and wellbeing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today marks the release of the very first episode of The Christian Wellbeing Show. Sharing her personal journey as a Christian of over 35 years, Michelle Simpson is here to discuss both the exciting aspects of her faith, and the traumatic challenges she has faced such as cult influences, anorexia and parental alienation. She questions whether the church adequately addresses trauma and shares her own experiences as a survivor of complex PTSD. Michelle aims to empower listeners to develop a healthier lifestyle and explore the church's role in promoting health and well-being, employing the experience she has gained from her various roles as a missionary, minister, mother and grandmother. Future listeners of the show can look forward to hearing, from Michelle, her co-host, and all of her guests as they cover a wide range of topics. KEY TAKEAWAYSMichelle has personal experiences with trauma, and is a survivor of complex PTSD. She is also a certified trauma awareness trainer and has worked with traumatized orphan children. The show will aim to empower you to develop and enjoy a healthier lifestyle and will explore the question of whether the church cares about your health and well-being.Scripture readings will also be featured on the show for the purpose of relaxation and meditation. BEST MOMENTS"There have also been some incredible challenges. With my history of trauma, from a broken home, to experiencing the horrors of anorexia, to the terrifying world of cult influence and parental alienation, I'll be talking about trauma." "I'll be looking at church and trauma. And does the church really address trauma? There'll be an episode on trauma, does the church care?""I've experienced a major health issue myself and found healing and help in a natural lifestyle. You don't need to have a qualification to understand the fundamentals and more of how to be healthier."VALUABLE RESOURCESEnjoying Healthy Living Facebook Surviving Trauma, Crisis & Grief Facebook Enjoying Healthy Living Instagram Survive Trauma Instagram  christianwellbeingshow.comABOUT THE HOSTMichelle is a master of transition and cross-cultural expert. Her Christian faith of over 35 years has led her to live and serve in six countries on three continents and have over fifty homes. She has a doctorate in Cross-Cultural Mission with a specialism in Natural Health & Nutrition and is a passionate advocate for natural, healthy living. With a huge amount of experience of personal trauma, she is a certified trauma awareness trainer, animal-assisted-therapy certified, CPTSD survivor, and author of the book, Surviving Trauma, Crisis & Grief, in two languages and endorsed by US traumatologist and author, Dr H Norman Wright, one of America's most prominent Christian counsellors. Michelle is a ministry co-founder, voice for freedom, advocate for the family, speaker, artist and singer/songwriter. She homeschooled her three children, has nine grandchildren, is a dog lover and keen gardener with a love for self-sufficiency.ABOUT THE SHOWThe Christian Wellbeing Show talks about the issues a lot of Christians don't talk about. What is trauma, how does it affect us, how can we heal, and how can the church do better to help? How can Christians be some of the healthiest people on the planet, and why does it matter? What are the five simple steps you can take to stay younger for longer? Michelle faces church control and abuse without flinching, and addresses issues in the church and in the world with courage and honesty. She empowers women, encourages faith, builds hope, reads God's Word, stands for freedom, speaks truth, and won't put up with a religious spirit. With a mix of spiritual inspiration and practical wisdom, solo hosting, guests and amazing co-host, The Christian Wellbeing Show cares about you, your life, faith, health and wellbeing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former clinical psychologist Dr. Laura Sanger is the author of The Roots of the Federal Reserve: Tracing the Nephilim from Noah to the US Dollar. Her Christian faith led her down the rabbit hole of researching the Nephilim agenda and how evil is being sown in our modern-day society. Show Notes:If you've paid any attention to the music industry, you'll have seen just how dark it's gotten in recent years. But what if this dark turn was part of a larger, more nefarious agenda? Clinical psychologist Dr. Laura Sanger has uncovered the secret history of using music for psychological warfare, patents for disrupting the brain through sound, and how this thread of weaponizing sound is even connected to the Bible! Learn how the frequencies around you can manipulate your energy and thoughts for good or for evil.  In This Episode, You'll Learn:How Music and Sound Have Been WeaponizedHow To Break Free of Disruptive FrequenciesResearch on the Nephilim Agenda Find More of Dr. Laura Sanger Here:nolongerenslaved.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@nolongerenslavedhttps://www.instagram.com/laurasanger444hz/ Full Episode Timestamps:0:01:00 Dr. Laura Sanger's Professional and Spiritual Background0:09:04 The Weaponization of the Music Industry0:18:11 Are There Nephilim hybrids living among us?0:22:15 How Sound Frequencies Can Change DNA0:33:41 How Does Music and Sound Affect Our Behavior?0:47:55 How To Tell If These Frequencies Are Around You0:51:23 How To Break Free From Disruptive Frequencies

In today's episode, Michelle interviews Ryan Douglas, the host of 'Health Wealth', a podcast focused on optimizing physical and mental health. Ryan shares his journey into health and how he discovered that many commonly held beliefs about diet and lifestyle are not as true as we are led to believe. He emphasizes the importance of educating oneself about the truth and understanding how to optimize health through simple changes in diet and lifestyle.KEY TAKEAWAYSRyan aims to help people optimize their physical and mental health through his podcast and coaching.He emphasizes the importance of educating oneself about health and questioning commonly held beliefs that may not be true.Ryan advocates for a natural, whole-foods-based diet, emphasizing the importance of eating foods as close to their natural state as possible.Ryan shares personal experiences and stories of individuals who have achieved significant health improvements through dietary and lifestyle changes.He highlights the significance of having the right attitude and mindset towards health, as well as the importance of self-experimentation and seeking guidance from experts when needed.BEST MOMENTS"Once you know the truth and you understand, being healthy, which then leads to being happy and fulfilled in other areas of life, is actually quite simple.""You can lose weight easily by doing zero exercise and eating the right foods.""I just felt that I needed to help educate as many people as I could, because once you know the truth and you understand, being healthy, which then leads to being happy and fulfilled in other areas of life, is actually quite simple.""If you give your body what it's meant to have, your body can fix itself.""I think a natural diet is just giving your body the right tools and your body can heal pretty much anything."VALUABLE RESOURCESEnjoying Healthy Living Facebook Surviving Trauma, Crisis & Grief Facebook Enjoying Healthy Living Instagram Survive Trauma Instagram  christianwellbeingshow.comABOUT THE GUESTHealth Wealth - Apple PodcastBook your 1:1 coaching call with Ryan now: www.healthwealthuk.com https://www.facebook.com/hwpoduk/ https://twitter.com/hwpoduk https://www.instagram.com/hwpoduk/ https://www.tiktok.com/@hwpoduk ABOUT THE HOSTMichelle is a master of transition and cross-cultural expert. Her Christian faith of over 35 years has led her to live and serve in six countries on three continents and have over fifty homes. She has a doctorate in Cross-Cultural Mission with a specialism in Natural Health & Nutrition and is a passionate advocate for natural, healthy living. With a huge amount of experience of personal trauma, she is a certified trauma awareness trainer, animal-assisted-therapy certified, CPTSD survivor, and author of the book, Surviving Trauma, Crisis & Grief, in two languages and endorsed by US traumatologist and author, Dr H Norman Wright, one of America's most prominent Christian counsellors. Michelle is a ministry co-founder, voice for freedom, advocate for the family, speaker, artist and singer/songwriter. She homeschooled her three children, has nine grandchildren, is a dog lover and keen gardener with a love for self-sufficiency.ABOUT THE SHOWThe Christian Wellbeing Show talks about the issues a lot of Christians don't talk about. What is trauma, how does it affect us, how can we heal, and how can the church do better to help? How can Christians be some of the healthiest people on the planet, and why does it matter? What are the five simple steps you can take to stay younger for longer? Michelle faces church control and abuse without flinching, and addresses issues in the church and in the world with courage and honesty. She empowers women, encourages faith, builds hope, reads God's Word, stands for freedom, speaks truth, and won't put up with a religious spirit. With a mix of spiritual inspiration and practical wisdom, solo hosting, guests and amazing co-host, The Christian Wellbeing Show cares about you, your life, faith, health and wellbeing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Christian Wellbeing Show, Michelle introduces her co-host and husband, Stuart. Together, they discuss what it means to be a Christian and reflect on their very different, individual paths to faith. They highlight the significance of believing in Jesus as Lord and Savior and the power of confession in His name. Michelle and Stuart also touch on the concept of discipleship and the ongoing process of learning and living out God's purposes. KEY TAKEAWAYSBecoming a Christian involves a heart transformation and a decision to make Jesus Lord and Savior.Repentance is a key aspect of becoming a Christian, involving a change of mind and a turning away from one's own ways.Believing in Jesus as the Son of God, who died for our sins and was raised from the dead, is essential for salvation.Confessing with one's mouth that Jesus is Lord is a powerful declaration of faith.The journey of being a Christian is a lifelong process of discipleship, learning to live according to God's ways and purposes.BEST MOMENTS"I've been a Christian for most of my lifetime, not my whole lifetime. As I often say, God doesn't have grandchildren, so." "I cried so much and gave my heart to Jesus that day and my heart was so changed. from that moment on." "We don't become a Christian starting off being ashamed... Repentance is wholehearted." "Becoming a Christian is just the beginning of a very exciting journey. Challenging and exciting but full, very full."  VALUABLE RESOURCESEnjoying Healthy Living Facebook Surviving Trauma, Crisis & Grief Facebook Enjoying Healthy Living Instagram Survive Trauma Instagram  christianwellbeingshow.comABOUT THE HOSTMichelle is a master of transition and cross-cultural expert. Her Christian faith of over 35 years has led her to live and serve in six countries on three continents and have over fifty homes. She has a doctorate in Cross-Cultural Mission with a specialism in Natural Health & Nutrition and is a passionate advocate for natural, healthy living. With a huge amount of experience of personal trauma, she is a certified trauma awareness trainer, animal-assisted-therapy certified, CPTSD survivor, and author of the book, Surviving Trauma, Crisis & Grief, in two languages and endorsed by US traumatologist and author, Dr H Norman Wright, one of America's most prominent Christian counsellors. Michelle is a ministry co-founder, voice for freedom, advocate for the family, speaker, artist and singer/songwriter. She homeschooled her three children, has nine grandchildren, is a dog lover and keen gardener with a love for self-sufficiency.ABOUT THE SHOWThe Christian Wellbeing Show talks about the issues a lot of Christians don't talk about. What is trauma, how does it affect us, how can we heal, and how can the church do better to help? How can Christians be some of the healthiest people on the planet, and why does it matter? What are the five simple steps you can take to stay younger for longer? Michelle faces church control and abuse without flinching, and addresses issues in the church and in the world with courage and honesty. She empowers women, encourages faith, builds hope, reads God's Word, stands for freedom, speaks truth, and won't put up with a religious spirit. With a mix of spiritual inspiration and practical wisdom, solo hosting, guests and amazing co-host, The Christian Wellbeing Show cares about you, your life, faith, health and wellbeing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joined by co-host Stuart today, Michelle questions 'What Is Church?'. Both Michelle and Stuart have visited churches all across the world, experiencing different cultures. They discuss the different forms and structures of churches across the world, highlighting the similarities and differences to the one that are more familiar to them. This leads them to explore the historical context of church development, from the influence of Emperor Constantine to the Protestant Reformation. Stuart and Michelle touch on the concept of the Ecclesia, the gathering of believers with political implications, and the importance of worshiping in spirit and truth. They emphasize the need to reevaluate our understanding of church and consider its impact on society. KEY TAKEAWAYSThe term "church" has picked up various meanings and can differ from culture to culture.The traditional format of church gatherings, with a focus on a sermon and passive spectatorship, may not align with the New Testament model.The word "Ecclesia" used by Jesus refers to a gathering with political implications, where believers are called out to advance God's kingdom in society.Church should not be limited to a building or a weekly club-like gathering, but rather a community of believers impacting their communities and engaging in various spheres of society.BEST MOMENTS"Church has, over centuries now, has picked up quite a lot of baggage and can mean many different things to different people.""We've remarked on the fact that you can go to a tribal village, yeah, with a straw roof, but there's somebody at the front wearing sort of a Western shirt and tie and has his microphone and PA system." "We're not seeing, you know, if Jesus was to come to our meetings today, or even the Apostle Paul, I think we might be quite surprised at what the feedback would be."  VALUABLE RESOURCESEnjoying Healthy Living Facebook Surviving Trauma, Crisis & Grief Facebook Enjoying Healthy Living Instagram Survive Trauma Instagram  christianwellbeingshow.comABOUT THE HOSTMichelle is a master of transition and cross-cultural expert. Her Christian faith of over 35 years has led her to live and serve in six countries on three continents and have over fifty homes. She has a doctorate in Cross-Cultural Mission with a specialism in Natural Health & Nutrition and is a passionate advocate for natural, healthy living. With a huge amount of experience of personal trauma, she is a certified trauma awareness trainer, animal-assisted-therapy certified, CPTSD survivor, and author of the book, Surviving Trauma, Crisis & Grief, in two languages and endorsed by US traumatologist and author, Dr H Norman Wright, one of America's most prominent Christian counsellors. Michelle is a ministry co-founder, voice for freedom, advocate for the family, speaker, artist and singer/songwriter. She homeschooled her three children, has nine grandchildren, is a dog lover and keen gardener with a love for self-sufficiency.ABOUT THE SHOWThe Christian Wellbeing Show talks about the issues a lot of Christians don't talk about. What is trauma, how does it affect us, how can we heal, and how can the church do better to help? How can Christians be some of the healthiest people on the planet, and why does it matter? What are the five simple steps you can take to stay younger for longer? Michelle faces church control and abuse without flinching, and addresses issues in the church and in the world with courage and honesty. She empowers women, encourages faith, builds hope, reads God's Word, stands for freedom, speaks truth, and won't put up with a religious spirit. With a mix of spiritual inspiration and practical wisdom, solo hosting, guests and amazing co-host, The Christian Wellbeing Show cares about you, your life, faith, health and wellbeing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Michelle poses the question: Does God really care about your health?  God has many important priorities, such as salvation, evangelism, discipleship, and fulfilling His kingdom purposes. That being said, Michelle points out that Jesus, who represented the Father while on earth, placed a significant emphasis on healing and restoring people's health. Out of the 37 miracles Jesus performed, 26 of them were related to healing, whether physical or spiritual. Highlighting Jesus' role in the stories of individuals like the blind man and the bleeding woman, Michelle emphasizes that if Jesus prioritized health, it is because God values health too. KEY TAKEAWAYSGod cares about our health and healing. Jesus placed a significant emphasis on people's health and performed numerous healing miracles.Our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, and we should treat them with reverence and care.God is into preventative healthcare and wants us to learn how to prevent sickness by taking care of ourselves.It is important for us to prioritize our health and make time to learn and grow in better habits.We should not abuse the fact that God can heal us by neglecting our health and expecting Him to constantly heal us. Instead, we should strive to live a healthier lifestyle and listen to the wisdom of the Holy Spirit.BEST MOMENTS"He showed us what God was like. And in Hebrews 1.3, it says, he is the brightness of God's glory and the express image of his person." "Jesus went about healing people. He had great compassion for the sick and the suffering." "He didn't just heal individuals, He was healing crowds as well. Anybody who would believe, anybody who had faith, He healed them.""God does not make us sick. He is trying to help us know how to stay well.""He wants to teach us how to look after ourselves, not to keep getting sick, not to have to keep running to him for healing because we don't know how to care for ourselves." VALUABLE RESOURCESEnjoying Healthy Living Facebook Surviving Trauma, Crisis & Grief Facebook Enjoying Healthy Living Instagram Survive Trauma Instagram  christianwellbeingshow.comABOUT THE HOSTMichelle is a master of transition and cross-cultural expert. Her Christian faith of over 35 years has led her to live and serve in six countries on three continents and have over fifty homes. She has a doctorate in Cross-Cultural Mission with a specialism in Natural Health & Nutrition and is a passionate advocate for natural, healthy living. With a huge amount of experience of personal trauma, she is a certified trauma awareness trainer, animal-assisted-therapy certified, CPTSD survivor, and author of the book, Surviving Trauma, Crisis & Grief, in two languages and endorsed by US traumatologist and author, Dr H Norman Wright, one of America's most prominent Christian counsellors. Michelle is a ministry co-founder, voice for freedom, advocate for the family, speaker, artist and singer/songwriter. She homeschooled her three children, has nine grandchildren, is a dog lover and keen gardener with a love for self-sufficiency.ABOUT THE SHOWThe Christian Wellbeing Show talks about the issues a lot of Christians don't talk about. What is trauma, how does it affect us, how can we heal, and how can the church do better to help? How can Christians be some of the healthiest people on the planet, and why does it matter? What are the five simple steps you can take to stay younger for longer? Michelle faces church control and abuse without flinching, and addresses issues in the church and in the world with courage and honesty. She empowers women, encourages faith, builds hope, reads God's Word, stands for freedom, speaks truth, and won't put up with a religious spirit. With a mix of spiritual inspiration and practical wisdom, solo hosting, guests and amazing co-host, The Christian Wellbeing Show cares about you, your life, faith, health and wellbeing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOST BIO Michelle is a master of transition and cross-cultural expert. Her Christian faith of over 35 years has led her to live and serve in six countries on three continents and have over fifty homes. She has a doctorate in Cross-Cultural Mission with a specialism in Natural Health & Nutrition and is a passionate advocate for natural, healthy living. With a huge amount of experience of personal trauma, she is a certified trauma awareness trainer, animal-assisted-therapy certified, CPTSD survivor, and author of the book, Surviving Trauma, Crisis & Grief, in two languages and endorsed by US traumatologist and author, Dr H Norman Wright, one of America's most prominent Christian counsellors. Michelle is a ministry co-founder, voice for freedom, advocate for the family, speaker, artist and singer/songwriter. She homeschooled her three children, has nine grandchildren, is a dog lover and keen gardener with a love for self-sufficiency. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Claire Picton describes herself as the intuitive nurse. She is  passionate about helping Registered Nurses to stay in the profession or to leave with integrity, not burnout. Alongside her business, she works part-time as nurse consultant - practice development in the care home sector. Although most of her 44 year career has been in emergency care. It's important to her to be playful, have fun and varied experiences to stay joyful. Her Christian faith is very important to her and provides much needed hope in this challenging world.https://www.cpdevelops.com/https://www.instagram.com/clairepictondevelops/

Meet our inspiring guest, Norine, founder of Save Our Sisters, as she recounts her journey of empowering women through conversation, connection, and community. Norine's mission is to nurture a safe space for women to share their stories, foster healing, and amplify the importance of women's rights. Her narrative of survival and thriving amidst challenges, coupled with the impact of the Me-Too movement, strongly emphasizes the strength of women uplifting each other.Venture with us into the intriguing world of podcasting and discover its potential in building communities and sharing personal experiences. Norine sheds light on how she cultivates a sense of belonging with her listeners and guests, creating a supportive network within her podcast series and delve into the art of podcast production, exploring aspects of narrative editing and the immense fulfillment derived from providing a platform for individuals to share their experiences. We also dive into the captivating realm of reality TV, unspoken relationship intentions, and the delicate balance of love and like… Dissecting the appeal and perils of reality TV, and how it can influence business growth. Finally, we address the paramount importance of self-care and mental health. Norine offers a unique perspective on stress relief methods, imparting valuable advice for those wrestling with the courage to share their stories. We discuss mental and spiritual preparation to face potential backlash and the therapeutic power of storytelling. To get a closer look at Noreen's work, follow her on social media and tune in to her podcast to learn more about Save Our Sisters and Unplugged. Join us in this compelling conversation to draw inspiration and courage from Noreen's journey.Norine Fahie, hailing from St. Thomas in the US Virgin Islands, is the creator of Save Our Sisters Group and Save Our Sisters Unplugged Podcast. Her Christian faith drives her passion for supporting women, as she champions resilience as a means of rising stronger after adversity and through her podcast, she fosters a safe space for women to share their stories, struggles, and triumphs, aiming to inspire a movement of empowerment and hope. And as a married mother of three adult children, including two daughters, she aims to unite women across generations, preserving and strengthening the sisTo hire Elikqitie as a your ghostwriter go to her website at www.writeforyou.me and click on her discovery call button to grab a time on her calendar TODAY!!And THANK ME later!!Support the showFollow us on;IG: https://www.instagram.com/Talkshitwithp/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalkshitwithpFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkwhitwIthpTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@TalkshitwithpSUBSCRIBE to our NEWSLETTER &/OR Rock our merchandise out; www.talkshitwithp.shop & you can follow our merchandise page on IG https://www.instagram.com/Talkshitwithp.shop/Support The Show (whatever you can)Cashapp: https://cash.app/$TSWP20Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TswpBuymecoffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/talkshitwithpAmazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2M9Q4HNKRO2WA?ref_=wl_shareWebsite under construction but keep an eye out; https://www.talkshitwithp.com/Learn my story;https://canvasrebel.com/meet-paula-sima-mulamula/https://herforward.com/a-mental-health-advocate-suggests-talking-shit/& FINALLY if you want to be a guest on the podcast... hit us up;https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdVVE0FrJOD4xgDCzE5C_jIlgO7dVlpJBjVw5iyqnmEt5QVIQ/viewform OR IF YOU want to be featured... leave us a voicenote;https://www.speakpipe.com/talkshitwithp

Episode #162. A fun faith filled talk with Alex Ann. I met Alex in front of Target in Pomona and it was great getting to hear more of her journey with God and life and some struggles with depression. We get into a great talk. I hope you enjoy! Alex's BIO: In the picturesque city of Riverside, California, Alex Ann's journey began as a curious soul, eager to unravel the mysteries of life. Her Christian upbringing nurtured a profound faith that would later become the foundation of her entire existence. Little did she know that her path would lead her on an extraordinary odyssey, ultimately discovering what she had known all along. As the years passed, she found herself entangled in the intricate dance of life's challenges and triumphs. In the depths of her darkest hours, when despair gnawed at her heart and thoughts of ending the pain consumed her, she discovered a lifeline. The divine grace of God reached out, pulling her from the abyss of hopelessness and despair. His love wrapped around her like a comforting embrace, guiding her toward a path of hope, healing, and purpose. Motivated by compassion, she embarked on a mission beyond the boundaries of self. "Sweater and Souls" was born, a non-profit endeavor that sought to clothe those shivering in the bitter cold with the warmth of not only tangible sweaters but the comforting warmth of the Gospel. In the pages of her upcoming book, "Author of Peace," Alex Ann lays bare the moments that etched her identity and the struggles that rigorously tested her faith. Within these lines, she exposes the profound peace that she found in the loving embrace of the Author of Peace Himself—God.  Follow Alex on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alex1ann_only/ My links: http://loudernowpodcast.com/ I am looking for anyone and everyone who would please consider donating $5 a month to support the podcast financially. I love making this content. If you feel like you have received value from the solo episodes or conversations with other guests..please consider making a montly donation. USE THIS LINK: http://loudernowpodcast.com/donate/ FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/jareddiehl8/ FOLLOW ME ON FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/jareddiehLnpodcast FOLLOW ME ON TIK TOK https://www.tiktok.com/@loudernowpodcast  

Happy Wednesday! Thanks for joining us on the Finding Something REAL Podcast! Today, Janell and Leonie have a conversation with Francine Rivers the author of Redeeming Love. Francine shares about her faith journey and how it is reflected in her writing. She talks not only about the story of Redeeming Love, but also about the Redeeming Love Foundation and the recently released Redeeming Love movie. They also discuss topics such as how Christians can still be imperfect, pushback Francine has received from the Redeeming Love movie, the Christian publishing market, and more. We hope you enjoy! ** Please note that today's episode does cover topics such as sex and sex trafficking. **About FrancineNew York Times bestselling author Francine Rivers had a successful writing career in the general market for several years becoming a born-again Christian; she then wrote Redeeming Love as her statement of faith. A retelling of the biblical story of Gomer and Hosea set during the time of the California Gold Rush, Redeeming Love is now considered by many to be a classic work of Christian fiction and it continues to be one of the industry's top-selling titles year after year. Since Redeeming Love, Francine has published numerous bestselling novels with Christian themes—including The Masterpiece, Bridge to Haven, and A Voice in the Wind —and she has continued to win both industry acclaim and reader loyalty around the world. Her Christian novels have been awarded or nominated for numerous honors and in 1997, after winning her third RITA Award for Inspirational Fiction, Francine was inducted into the Romance Writers of America's Hall of Fame. In 2015, she received the Lifetime Achievement Award from American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW). Francine's novels have been translated into over 30 different languages, and she enjoys bestseller status in many foreign countries. Francine and her husband live in Northern California and enjoy time spent with their grown children and grandchildren. She uses her writing to draw closer to the Lord, and she desires that through her work she might worship and praise Jesus for all He has done and is doing in her life.___________________We would love to thank our Patrons for all their amazing support! To learn more about supporting Finding Something REAL via Patreon, click here!To learn more about Faithful Counseling and if it is a good fit for you, you can click here!FSR: Gaia's Intro FSR: Gaia & Dr. Erik ThoennesFSR Gaia & RobbyFSR: Gaia and ZachFSR s5e26 with LeonieFSR August 2022 with Leonie and Frank TurekFrancine's websiteRedeeming Love Foundation Redeeming Love (Book)Redeeming Love MovieThe Scarlett Thread (book)The Atonement ChildDan in Real Life (movie)The Chosen seriesExpository Preaching Hosea (BibleGateway)

Join Chris and Christy on this heartfelt episode of the Lighthouse Podcast as they have a poignant conversation with Chris and Amanda Decicco. They have three children, Zach (11), Ava (7) and their son Jayden who was promoted to Heaven in April of 2015. From the moment Jayden was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer, Chris and Amanda faced the unimaginable challenge of coping with their son's limited time. They discuss the initial shock of receiving the prognosis & how they began to process the overwhelming emotions that came with it. Amanda opens up about her spiritual journey, finding solace and guidance in her faith. Surrendering to God's will, she learned to let go of control and trust the process. Her Christian journey inspired her to become a listening voice for families in similar situations. She wrote "The Hero Within," a book that shares their inspiring journey and offers hope to others facing adversity. In their conversation, Chris and Amanda emphasize the importance of surrendering to God, letting go of control, and trusting in His plan. They discuss how they keep Jayden's presence alive within their family, talking about him and celebrating his birthday as a cherished part of their lives. They actively participate in charity events and give back to families enduring similar journeys. Discover the power of faith, resilience, and giving back as they offer invaluable insights and support to families navigating similar paths. To order Amanda's book, The Hero Within, visit Amazon. Follow Lighthouse on Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LighthouseFamilyRetreat Instagram: http://instagram.com/lighthousefr

ST. CECILIA l PATRONESS OF MUSIC AND MUSICIANS Feast Day: NOVEMBER 22 I think all music lovers know St. Cecilia, the patroness of music and musicians. Today, we will listen to her very interesting and unique life story. She learned how to sing very early in life and used to sing the divine praises, accompanying her voice with the lute. Her image playing the piano or the pipe organ is just a representation since both instruments were invented only in the 14thcentury, while St. Cecilia was born about the year 200 or 230 A.D. Her Christian parents brought her up in the fear and love of God and she spent most of her time helping the poor and teaching others about God. She practiced her religion with much fidelity, and vowed her virginity to God. Her parents who did not know it, gave her in marriage to a pagan named Valerian. Thus, on her wedding day she was oblivious of what was happening and was singing to God to keep her pure and holy. On the night of their wedding, when they went to their wedding chamber, Cecilia revealed to Valerian that she was betrothed to an angel who jealously guarded her body from any human attempt to own her. Valerian, who was also kindhearted, asked her to show him the angel so that he could believe her. She promised to show the angel to him if he would be baptized. Valerian, arose quickly and went to the catacombs where the Christians were hiding and asked to be instructed, then was afterwards baptized. When he returned to their home, after a few days, he found Cecilia singing and beside her was an angel with flaming wings, who spoke to them and told them that they would be martyred and promised that God would reward them. When Tiburtius, the brother of Valerian, learned that he was baptized, he came to see him. His attention was caught by the fragrance of two wreaths which the angel brought to the couple. Tiburtius believed their story and asked to be also baptized. Soon, the two brothers began to minister to the needy and the persecuted Christians. They gave their wealth to the poor and gave descent burial to those who were killed. But their work became known to their pagan friends and neighbors. They were reported, arrested and executed. Cecilia took their bodies and buried them. Upon knowing this, the Roman prefect had Cecilia arrested, and tried to persuade her to deny her faith. When she refused, she was placed in a heated bathroom in her own home, but she survived. After three days, an executioner tried to cut her head with a sword; she was wounded but did not die. She was in pain for another three days and then died a glorious death. Her friends and neighbors sang to comfort her while she was dying. Miracles followed after her burial. During those early days, there was no official canonization yet. The person who lived a charitable and heroic life was proclaimed a saint, and those who were killed for their faith were proclaimed martyrs by the people. Cecilia was buried in the catacomb of St. Callixtus and was later transferred to Rome in the basilica that bears her name. Her feast day is November 22. ”St. Cecilia, patroness of music and musicians, guide today's generation to compose decent and useful songs and to avoid singing morally inappropriate songs.” What kind of songs do I enjoy singing and listening to?

— There can be challenges along the way in life. There is no need to feel alone! In the event that you are feeling overwhelmed by difficulties, trauma, or loss, therapy might be of assistance. Courtney believes in developing skills, overcoming obstacles, and achieving your personal goals based on your strengths. Valeria interviews Courtney Walraven — She graduated with a Master's in social work from the University of Kansas in 2014. During school Courtney emphasized her studies on Veteran populations completing 2 internships with the Veteran Affairs: one in Topeka, KS and the other in Washington, D.C. She has worked in adolescent foster homes facilitating group therapy, and in elementary and middle schools offering mental health support to students. Courtney became a Licensed Master Social Worker in 2014, moved to Lubbock, TX and began working in the medical field as a social worker. She enjoyed the medical complexities and learning about their impact on mental health. She then became a Licensed Clinical Social Worker through the Texas State Board of Social Work Examiners in 2018, and earned her Supervisor designation in January 2022. Courtney worked several years after-hours as a crisis stabilization worker in hospital emergency rooms. She has additional experience with people experiencing multiple and complex medical diagnoses, adjustment disorders, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, childhood trauma, PTSD and more. She has enjoyed working with all ages including children, teens and adults. Courtney strongly believes in continuing education and knowledge. She is currently working towards becoming EMDR certified. She is also attending Liberty University earning a Doctorate of Education (Ed.D) in Community Care and Counseling with a specialization in Traumatology. Above all, Courtney is a mother and a wife. These are her two favorite roles! She cherishes the ability to spend time with her son and husband. Her Christian faith offers her the most support and solace for herself through the service she provides for others. To learn more about Courtney Walraven and her work, please visit: walraventherapy.com           — This podcast is a quest for well-being, a quest for a meaningful life through the exploration of fundamental truths, enlightening ideas, insights on physical, mental, and spiritual health. The inspiration is Love. The aspiration is to awaken new ways of thinking that can lead us to a new way of being, being well. 

With the recent death and funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, her life of service and character has been honoured and spoken about throughout society. Her Christian faith was the source of those qualities, admired by everyone from prime ministers to hairdressers. What a great time to show our friends or colleagues that these qualities of servant leadership they respect and value are modelled on Christ's own Kingly service.Ex-New York Adman, formerly London School of Theology vice-Principal, Mark Greene is Mission Champion at the London Institute for Contemporary Christianity (LICC). A pioneer of workplace ministry and whole-life discipleship, his books include Thank God it's Monday, Imagine how we can reach the UK, Fruitfulness on the Frontline, and, with Catherine Butcher, the million-copy selling The Servant Queen and the King She Serves. He has just published A Life of Grace: a tribute to Queen Elizabeth II. He is married to Katriina, a Finn, and they have three splendidly different adult children.Support the show

The line from awareness to worry, plus readying your relationship for trials, and should you attend a Christian's wedding to a non-Christian?Featured musical artist: John WallerRoundtable: Informed but Calm Life is filled with unknowns. No matter how hard we try to predict the future, we can't — nor can we adjust our circumstances to avoid pain. As we ponder what's ahead, it's one thing to be aware of what's happening in the world, but it's very draining to always worry about it. But is staying worry-free even possible? Our guests discuss ways they've struggled with worry, plus how they're learning to trust God now while still acknowledging and being concerned by what's going on around them.Culture: When Your Relationship Faces a StormAs an expert on marriage, Gary Thomas loves to see couples fall in love. However, with 38 years of marriage experience, he's very aware of the types of challenges couples inevitably walk through. Is there a way to prepare mentally, spiritually and emotionally for the tough times? When you're dating someone, can you know if he or she will stay committed through thick and thin? Gary offers several examples and lots of biblical truth and encouragement to prepare you for marriage's bumpy road.Making Your Marriage a Fortress: Strengthening Your Marriage to Withstand Life's StormsInbox: A Christian Marrying a Non-Christian Her Christian friend is engaged to a non-Christian, and she's been invited to their wedding. When her friend was dating this guy, friends spoke up but were ignored. The couple has now moved in together. In light of these concerns, should our listener attend the wedding or not? Counselor Tim Sanford weighs in. 

Today's guest on the show is Angel Alley. Angel is the Creative Visionary & Founder of LuvEnlightens, a social enterprise proposed to share messages of love to enlighten souls. Her Christian faith, behavioral health studies, and experiential knowledge are interwoven in messages she phrases as Spiritual Emotional Wellness; a behavioral approach to healing using love as the catalyst. Angel believes we can heal the human discord when we acknowledge we are all Seeds of Love. She welcomes your love and returns it back to you.In this episode we talk about..... What Angel is grateful forHow Angel practices self-love Angel's tip for building gratitude dailyWhat inspired Angel to start her company, LuvEnlightensHow Angel will show up and love for herself and othersTo learn more about Angel, visit the links below: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luvenlightens/Website: https://luvenlightens.com/To learn more about Lorrine or order her Books, visit the links below:Website: https://beacons.page/lorrinepattersonFreeing Your Heart For Love: https://www.freeingyourheartforlove.com/ A Hearthology, Collection of Writings with Love: https://www.showupandlove.com/book-love Follow the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/showupandlove/Please like, subscribe, and leave a review if you enjoyed the episode!

EP #308 -This week on the podcast, I'm joined by Dr. Katrina Nguyen, an award-winning, board-certified pediatric gastroenterologist, founder of a nonprofit to fight childhood obesity, and author of Live to Give as we discuss How Generosity Reduces Stress! She was just 14 months old when her family escaped by boat from communist Vietnam in April 1975 after the Fall of Saigon. She nearly died twice during her journey to freedom and the American Dream. She is a Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Rockford. She has shared her expertise via EWTN Global Catholic Network, YMCA podcast, and the American Academy of Pediatrics. Her Christian faith drives her to serve others. She established a charity fund with Raymond James and her nonprofit's sponsors include Chick-fil-A and Panera Bread. Dr. Nguyen lives in Illinois with her husband Marconi. She enjoys being a dog mom, gardening and traveling.   Learn More About Dr. Katrina Nguyen: Get Dr. Katrina Nguyen's Book: “Live to Give: An inspirational memoir about freedom, faith, and selflessness” Follow Dr. Katrina Nguyen on social media on LinkedIn, and Instagram   Whether you are new to 'The Driven Entrepreneur' podcast or a recurring fan, please help out by subscribing to the show on Apple, Spotify, or Google, and leave us that 5-Star love and a quick review over at Apple Podcasts! Your support and your reviews mean a lot to me, and really help the show to reach more people. Plus, it provides me with valuable feedback, so that I can continue to bring value to you each and every week. I love hearing from fans and listeners. Please share your feedback, guest suggestions, or ideas for show topics with me on social media.   Connect with Matt Brauning On Social Media: Follow Matt Brauning on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube. Check out more on this podcast, PLUS subscribe to my other podcast “Speaking of Getting Booked” This one's for anyone who wants to get booked to speak. We interview people who book and hire speakers just like you, and share all their strategies for you to get booked!"mattbrauningpodcast.com Get a signed copy of my #1 Best-selling book, "The Firebox Principle" PLUS take the Firebox quiz FREE at: fireboxbook.com Want to sponsor the show? Email inquiries to: mattbrauningpodcast@gmail.com

Welcome to another episode of Resilient Minds 365 where we discuss the resilient stories of entrepreneurs, professionals and students with mental illnesses to encourage you to strive, thrive, and live in abundance.  I'm your host Cleoni Crawford.  This week we have Gina Dobson with us.   Born and raised in the beautiful State of New York, Gina Dobson is the youngest of three girls. Her father and mother knew Gina was her “own person” and allowed her to develop her talents without stifle. Described by the masses as being “eccentric and beating to her own drum” Gina knew that it would be a matter of time before she would engage the world platform for something great.  Her gift and passion for singing became a way for her to connect to her true calling. It was during her time spent in Rochester, that she was availed the opportunities to hone into her craft. Gina grew up in Church and sang in a gospel choir since the age of five. Her love for music continued in Church and then to community choirs. Gina was a choral member of the production: Porgy and Bess.   Her Christian roots were cultivated at a local Baptist Church back East and provided her many opportunities; one of which was to become a principle soloist with the “Psalms of Praise” Young Adults Gospel Choir.        Gina attended Johnson C. Smith University, a Historical Black College in Charlotte, North Carolina, obtaining a Bachelor's in Communication Arts.  Soon after graduation, she realized that her passion was advocating for children using her skills taught through her academic training.  She began graduate school at Roberts Wesleyan College and received a Masters of Arts in Education. Gina's leading of Jesus Christ led her to the completion of the Master's of Divinity from Northeastern Seminary in Rochester, New York, along with completed work towards said degree at Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, California. Her third Masters degree was completed in 2018 obtaining a Masters of Science in Educational Administration at National University in San Diego, California.   Gina is a Christian, actor ,filmmaker, singer, activist and educator. She loves Jesus Christ with ALL of her mind, body, soul and spirit.  She is led of His Spirit to complete her assignment lent to the earth.  Her motto is “Two Roads diverged in the woods; I took the one less traveled and that has made all of the difference.” (Robert Frost)   Stay connected with Gina Dobson: Instagram: @ginahasovercomeandisrestored Email: stopscapegoatnomore@gmail.com Get her book: Stop: Scapegoated No More by Gina Dobson on Amazon https://www.amazon.ca/Stop-Scapegoated-Gina-Maria-Dobson/dp/0578802155 Stay connected with us online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/resilientminds365/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resilientminds365/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/rminds365 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/onlycleonitv Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/onlycleoni/  Website: https://www.resilientminds365.ca Send questions and guest suggestions to resilientminds365@gmail.com. Get my new books, The Music of My Life or 30+1 Resilient Stories on Amazon at www.cleonicrawford.com.

From losing her mom, losing a million dollars, to losing her best friend! In this Episode, the crew invited special guest Sarai known as the female trader, a young queen entrepreneur  who has lost everything from having  a million to reaching her lowest point life.Follow her social media: https://www.instagram.com/iamsaraiantoine/Become A Guest : https://calendly.com/oitocrewHere are the bullet points we are going to HIGHLIGHT in this Episode:• Who is Sarai? & her background• The Process of her mom passing away• Why she neglected her family?• Her losing a million dollars, what happened during that time?• Challenges she faced with herself• Her Christian walk life/mentor• Motivations from SaraiFollow her social media: https://www.instagram.com/iamsaraiantoine/Join The Family: https://my.community.com/j.makenoitocrewpodcasthost

Mary Lee Robinson, 73, was born Oct. 10, 1948 in Alma to Eddie Rankin and Flora Rivers Rankin. She transitioned Monday, Dec. 13, 2021 at her Gainestown home surrounded by family. Her Christian life and influence will forever remain in the lives of all who knew her. She was educated at Harper High School. Mary was employed with Vanity Fair until her retirement. She loved sewing, cooking and gardening in her spare time. Throughout Mary's journey, she was a member of Gainestown AOH, where she served on the Mother Board, Hospitality and in the Youth Department. Precious memories of Mary...Article Link

What does a child do who was sent to the US against her knowledge, and then is discarded by several families? Well, when God is in control, anything can happen! Hear how God took Paty from terrifying and lonely circumstances to being chosen by a Christian family, and then being chosen by the US as an official missionary, as a teen!  Her Christian testimony is remarkable. Prayercast Mexico:https://prayercast.com/mexico.htmlWays to get involved with helping immigrants:World ReliefSend Relief.org, care for refugeesImmigrants need a working knowledge of English to apply for citizenship. Learn how to help here:https://worldrelief.org/refugees-immigrants-and-displaced-people/https://www.sendrelief.org/projects/esl-classes/Advocacy: get action alerts from World Relief. https://worldrelief.org/advocate/Help provide food, water, and hope to  Southern border immigrants:https://theimmigrationcoalition.com/Go on a "service-learning" mission trip to serve Central American refugees in south Texas:https://www.borderperspective.org/missiontripsCheck out One80 on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/one80podcast/See Paty's 30-Second Testimony.

Kimberly Coleman is someone who recognizes that she has participated in her own miracles. Her Christian faith is a lynchpin for her, she sees God's work in her life everywhere, but she also sees that she is a powerful force in that equation, that her actions deliver results, that her actions have delivered her through some difficult times.  Even if you aren't a “believer”, I contend that you have the power to participate in your own miracles, that you are already participating in miracles and maybe you just need to start noticing your power.

Bio for Monique Allen Monique Allen is a Business Coach, Life-Scape & Regenerative Landscape Professional and CEO & Creative Director of The Garden Continuum, a landscape design/build and fine gardening company in Massachusetts. Episode highlightAs a bilingual Armenian-American, Monique Allen had a plethora of cultural influences in her childhood. Listen in on how she combined the many identities she holds to establish her own workplace culture in the landscaping industry.LinksEmail: Monique@TheGardenContinuum.com Website: www.TheGardenContinuum.comSocial media: @monique.allen, @thegardencontinuumLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moniquetgc/Quotes“When I felt the safest, it was when I was connected to the ground.”“It's hard to believe in nature and not believe in a force that's a little bit greater than your gas pedal.”TakeawaysChildhood IncidentsAs a child, Monique visited her maternal grandparents in the Allegheny Mountains in Maryland, where she felt a “cellular connection” to nature. She grew up with a “3rd culture mindset”, living in Paris and then in an Armenian community in the United States, speaking Armenian, French and English.Influential Groups Even though Armenian cuisine is her comfort food, Monique has always felt like an “outsider Armenian”, because she isn't as fluent in the language. Her Christian friend and her family took Monique under their wing, and she immersed herself in the religion. Temperament and Personality InfluencesMonique has a naturally positive mood and outlook but can also be serious and demanding of herself and other people, which she attributes to her “abrasive upbringing”. She has had to unlearn any destructive behaviours from the past and reconnect to her easy temperament. Cultural EpiphaniesMonique once had an employee who had the vision, skills and abilities for the job, but she couldn't find a cultural common ground with her. When another employee said she may not be a cultural fit, Monique began learning about culture in the workplace and how that fits in with her company.Advice to an Employer Monique is a stickler for organization, clear communication and data - “Vagaries make me crazy”, she quips. However, she does not believe in micromanaging and even works in a separate space from her employees, so they can be autonomous in a “trust culture”. More Great Insights! Visit Monique's website to buy her book, Stop Landscaping, Start Lifescaping, read her blog and access many resources to get started in this field. If you are a green industry professional, reach out to her for business coaching to scale your company to the next level.

Intimate interview about Postpartum Depression with Army Veteran Theresa Thomas, now a Licensed Professional Counselor. She discussed her suicidal thoughts, bad thoughts to her baby, her symptoms, her fears, her multiple stressors that exacerbated her symptoms. She talked about the importance of her support system from her family, husband, church, spirituality and prayer. Her Christian counselor assisted her with her coping skills and also reinforced to her the importance with medication management during the acute phase in her Postpartum depression. She talked about her strengths and resiliency and her gratitude regarding the diagnosis that helped her find her purpose in life. she went on to receiving her Master's degree and is now a professional counselor. She states that she is a better counselor because she can empathize with her patients in mental health.

If you love the Amerikan Therapy Podcast send us a text and join us on the couch. Text us at +1 (202) 800-2355 and let us know what topics you want us to cover. Be ready because we might ask you to be a guest on the show.The Amerikan Therapy team takes a brave new step and announces a major change in the show. While we will ALWAYS bring a uniquely black perspective, because that's just what we are, we have decided to expand our show to include "ALL" people. We are taking this important step because we see that our reach goes well outside of our own community and there is a need for our voices across the entirety of the mental health landscape. Knowing that we are bringing our brand of "Black Girl Magic" to help inspire healing for all peoples means we are going to go even "harder in the paint". That also means we are expanding the scope of our guests and topics. Now that said, America's persistent problem of racism will always be on our menu and at the forefront of our show. IF we can't speak about it and bring it out of the dark, then we certainly can't heal it. So this week's episode of Amerikan Therapy brought some new "white" voices to our virtual therapist couch. We connected with two woke white women (they hate that term by the way) to discuss being a white ally for social and racial justice. We talk about Karen and them and even get into what white people can do to begin their own healing. This is the first of many cross-community conversations. We know it wasn't perfect, but we think we are all trying to find our way in this work. We recognize that these are very difficult conversations and appreciate you all as listeners and guests for continuing to ride hard for us. Amanda Hambrick Ashcraft: A student of Anti-Racism and the works of BIPOC, the founder of Raising Imagination, a platform that encourages social change and civic engagement, and the Executive Minister of Justice and Movement Building at Middle Collegiate Church, an inclusive anti-Racist movement of love and justice in NYC. She's written and spoken about activism and raising three white kids on numerous platforms including CNN, the Wall Street Journal, Refinery29, SheKnows Media, Bust, the Revolutionary Love Conference, the Resistance Prays, and on the podcasts Parenting and Politics, Pray with Your Feet, and Existential. She and her husband Graham live in the East Village of Manhattan with their three children Zane (6) Levi (6) and Skyler (4). http://raisingimagination.com/Nicole Devereaux: After reading Ta-Nehisi Coates' "Between the World and Me" in 2017, Nicole realized that she had been complicit in white supremacist systems of oppression. Her Christian faith compelled her to begin an active anti-racism journey, where she strives to listen to, amplify, and financially support the wisdom from black, indigenous, and people of color communities while confronting racism in her own life. She is determined to make mistakes and show up anyway. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/AMERIKANTHERAPY)

I speak to Jennifer Mason, about her journey so far, and primarily about how God has worked in her life. Her Christian faith is definitely at the centre enabling her to operate from a place of faith and relationship, and therefore from a place of complete trust.

Episode #31 welcomes Rachel Custer to the Rattlecast. Rachel has appeared in three issues of Rattle and three times in Poets Respond, including with "How I Am Like Donald Trump," perhaps the most-read and most-discussed poem in the entire series. Rachel Custer is the author of The Temple She Became (Five Oaks Press, 2017) and the recipient of a 2019 NEA Fellowship in Poetry. She has previously published poetry, personal essays, and flash fiction in many literary journals. She lives in Indiana, and her work is constantly informed by and wrestles with the values and struggles of the rural Rust Belt. Her Christian faith is vital to her understanding of the world and her art. For more information, visit: https://rachelcuster.wordpress.com/ Prologue: "Siege Machinery" by Craig van Rooyen This Week’s Prompt: President Trump goes to the arcade. Bonus suggestion: Villanelle. Prompt poems by: Tim Megan Shaun Hines Kathy Gibbons Corinne O'Reilly Next Week’s Prompt: An addiction to soap operas. Suggestion: Epigram (short and witty).

*Save 10% on Bare Performance Nutrition w/ code "EVERFORWARD" at checkout at https://www.bpnsupps.com* Kelly Lenahan is a Certified Personal Trainer and power lifting coach based out of San Diego, CA. She helps make others strong in the gym and in their moral standard by upholding personal integrity as important as hitting that next PR. Her Christian belief system may not always align with others but her respect for her peers does not falter. In this episode Kelly talks about how she has been able to uphold her faith and ethics on a platform that does not always play nice. Follow Kelly @kelly.lenahan Follow Chase @chase_chewning For any other questions about how to live a life EVER FORWARD please email us at info@everforwardcoach.com or DM Chase directly on Instagram for all things fitness, nutrition, and mindset. Ever Forward Radio is made possible by our proud partners! Using code "EVERFORWARD" saves you money and keeps supporting the podcast, THANK YOU!  Save 10% on Cured Nutrition CBD oils, infused spices, nootropics and more https://www.curednutrition.com Save 10% on Bare Performance Nutrition health and performance supplements to help you before, during, and after your best workouts at https://www.bpnsupps.com  Save 15% on BUBS Naturals collagen and MCT oil supplements, use code "EverForwardFor15" at https://www.bubsnaturals.com  Save 15% on Four Sigmatic coffees, cacaos, superfoods, and elixirs to promote relaxation, live well, & enhance cognitive function at https://www.foursigmatic.com/everforward

Reality TV star and Christian lifestyle blogger Sadie Robertson and her new fiancé recently announced their engagement on social media. Her Christian followers are beyond excited about it. Listen as host Jenny Rose Spaudo shares how God brought these young people together.

In this week's episode, I have a conversation with the legendarryyy Isis Thomas!!! She talks about the importance of collaboration and even gives us four steps to how to do it right! Isis believes that when one of us wins, we all win. (I agree.) This is a must listen because baaabbbby she drops GEMMMMS!!! Bio: With over 20 years in the media industry, Kimberly “Isis” Thomas uses the power of media’s influence for the empowerment of black women. She shares her story of molestation and a tumultuous marriage that led to divorce to bring awareness through transparency. Her Christian belief is at the core of her strength and unwavering confidence. Kimberly realized the importance and necessity of positive representation for black women and embarked on a mission to strengthen women everywhere. Her dream is to build a worldwide sisterhood of amazing women. “I don’t have children, so the women I come in contact with, they are MY LEGACY. I want them to win in life!” Social Media Links: Facebook: facebook.com/isisspeaks Instagram: @isis_thomas Twitter: @isisthomas LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kthomasihtg

  Chronic pain in your body. Negative emotions and stress. Energy. Kandace Lopez shares exactly how interrelated these aspects of your health and well-being are—and how integral it is to understand the energetic interconnection in order to overcome chronic pain, illness, and just overall pave the way to better health and wellness. I met Kandace through my Pilates teacher training in Dallas and quickly discovered what a multi-modal, intuitive healer she is. Her current focus is on bodywork, more specifically, myofascial release. She is also a master trainer in classical Pilates, the Gyrotonic Expansion System, and reiki. She incorporates these tools in her practice, as well as microcurrent and Amino Neuro Frequency patches… and probably a whole lot more by now. Kandace is such a quick learner and always has her hands on some new learning experience, and this was my second ever interview !! which was recorded in March. I should also note that we recorded this interview right after she did bodywork on me and it is crazy how different my energy and my voice sounds. She is magic!   IN THIS EPISODE WE TALK ABOUT:  What got Kandace started on her healing journey How her education in each healing modality has shaped her life and her work as a healer How humans store their emotions in their bodies (and how our body is so much smarter than our mind—it never lies) Kandace’s experience in working with trauma and energy through bodywork How Kandace’s work with others has helped her further heal herself Why Kandace doesn’t believe that we ever take on other peoples’ energy Her Christian faith and how she perceives the link between spirituality and energy Plus much more…   RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE Mentioned: Organifi Green Juice (Code: BRYANNA15) Anatomy Trains, by Thomas W. Myers Gyrotonic Expansion System Myofascial Release Rife Therapies Pilates’ Return to Life Through Contrology, by Joseph H. Pilates and William Miller Amino Neuro Frequency Therapy   Connect with Kandace Lopez: Website: Infinity Integrative Movement Facebook: Kandace Lopez   QUOTES   “Trauma leaves an energetic mark on your body, and I think that you have to constantly balance that out.”   “Every experience you’ve ever had in your entire life isn’t just an outward experience, it’s an inward experience too. It’s all of those emotional things that create a visceral response in your body.”   “People who have had chronic pain or have been injured, you will start to see that when they move through a certain range of motion there is a complete lock down of the whole entire body. They have been injured doing that at some point before so now every time their body goes back through that, it’s afraid it is going to happen again.”   “So, even when doing Pilates you’re doing fascial work and you’re starting to help the body disassociate between movement and trauma.”   “You're only as old as your spine.”   “When you have been beat up over, and over, and over again, or you’re trying so hard to guard and protect yourself, you do it by creating a physical barrier. So I wasn’t just hard on the outside, my body was in pain too. Chronic pain always has an emotional component.”   LET’S CONNECT Website: Bryannadee.com Instagram: @bryanna_dee Facebook: Facebook.com/bryannadee Pinterest: Pinterest.com/bryannadee/  

J. D. Greear Elected Youngest Southern Baptist President in Decades. Fire Road: The Napalm Girl’s Journey through the Horrors of War to Faith, Forgiveness, and Peace ... GUEST "Napalm girl” Kim Phuc (Girl in the Picture) ... she gained inadvertent fame as a 1970s antiwar icon when a photographer took a picture of her as she ran naked from a napalm attack in Vietnam ... Kim Phuc now provides the story behind the photo, chronicling her idyllic Vietnamese childhood in a prosperous home, the effects of the painful burns across her body, and her personal trials as she traveled from Vietnam to Cuba and then to Canada ... Her Christian conversion is central to her journey, and much of the memoir attests to God’s power in her life. Mission of Mercy Free Dental Clinic ... GUEST Daniel Pituch, MD, DMD ... a renowned expert in the field of oral & maxillofacial surgery ... He holds a variety of leadership positions including Medical Staff President of UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside, Chair of the credentials committee, Chair of the bylaws committee, and Chief of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Religious people live 4 years longer than atheists, Ohio State psychology researchers find. Communal Reading in the Time of Jesus: A Window into Early Christian Reading Practices ... GUEST Brian J. Wright ... adjunct professor at Palm Beach Atlantic Univ and has published a number of academic studies in the Journal of Theological Studies, Catholic Biblical Quarterly, Bulletin for Biblical Research, Trinity Journal, and Tyndale Bulletin. Celebrity Birthdays: Pres Trump and Boy George ... + National Bath Day and National Pop-goes-the Weasel Day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fire Road: The Napalm Girl’s Journey through the Horrors of War to Faith, Forgiveness, and Peace ... GUEST "Napalm girl” Kim Phuc (Girl in the Picture) ... she gained inadvertent fame as a 1970s antiwar icon when a photographer took a picture of her as she ran naked from a napalm attack in Vietnam ... Kim Phuc now provides the story behind the photo, chronicling her idyllic Vietnamese childhood in a prosperous home, the effects of the painful burns across her body, and her personal trials as she traveled from Vietnam to Cuba and then to Canada ... Her Christian conversion is central to her journey, and much of the memoir attests to God’s power in her life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

J. D. Greear Elected Youngest Southern Baptist President in Decades. Fire Road: The Napalm Girl’s Journey through the Horrors of War to Faith, Forgiveness, and Peace ... GUEST "Napalm girl” Kim Phuc (Girl in the Picture) ... she gained inadvertent fame as a 1970s antiwar icon when a photographer took a picture of her as she ran naked from a napalm attack in Vietnam ... Kim Phuc now provides the story behind the photo, chronicling her idyllic Vietnamese childhood in a prosperous home, the effects of the painful burns across her body, and her personal trials as she traveled from Vietnam to Cuba and then to Canada ... Her Christian conversion is central to her journey, and much of the memoir attests to God’s power in her life. Mission of Mercy Free Dental Clinic ... GUEST Daniel Pituch, MD, DMD ... a renowned expert in the field of oral & maxillofacial surgery ... He holds a variety of leadership positions including Medical Staff President of UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside, Chair of the credentials committee, Chair of the bylaws committee, and Chief of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Religious people live 4 years longer than atheists, Ohio State psychology researchers find. Communal Reading in the Time of Jesus: A Window into Early Christian Reading Practices ... GUEST Brian J. Wright ... adjunct professor at Palm Beach Atlantic Univ and has published a number of academic studies in the Journal of Theological Studies, Catholic Biblical Quarterly, Bulletin for Biblical Research, Trinity Journal, and Tyndale Bulletin. Celebrity Birthdays: Pres Trump and Boy George ... + National Bath Day and National Pop-goes-the Weasel Day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fire Road: The Napalm Girl’s Journey through the Horrors of War to Faith, Forgiveness, and Peace ... GUEST "Napalm girl” Kim Phuc (Girl in the Picture) ... she gained inadvertent fame as a 1970s antiwar icon when a photographer took a picture of her as she ran naked from a napalm attack in Vietnam ... Kim Phuc now provides the story behind the photo, chronicling her idyllic Vietnamese childhood in a prosperous home, the effects of the painful burns across her body, and her personal trials as she traveled from Vietnam to Cuba and then to Canada ... Her Christian conversion is central to her journey, and much of the memoir attests to God’s power in her life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's guest is Dr. Melissa WeathersbyBioMelissa Weathersby grew up at Randolph Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas. She earned her Bachelor of Business Administration degree (Management) from Southwest Texas State University, and her MBA (Management) from Webster University. She is currently finishing her Doctorate of Education degree with a specialization in Higher Education and Adult Learning. Her dissertation topic, "The Need for Financial Literacy in Higher Education", is proving to be another avenue of service for many. Melissa’s professional management background includes banking, academics, real estate, and entrepreneurship.Spiritually speaking, Melissa is a strong woman of faith. Her Christian walk has led her to become an ordained Apostle and Pastor who wears a prophetic mantle. She has a heart for all she serves. Melissa is an also avid equestrian. She began riding at the age of 3 and received formal instruction at Fort Sam Houston’s riding academy. She rode Hunter/Jumper Pentathlon horses for 7 years before “earning” the privilege of having her own horse. Switching disciplines from English riding to Western riding, she was a former high school rodeo queen, and a member of the Southwest Texas State rodeo team. She continues to ride and is looking forward to enjoying her Foundation-bred Quarter Horse mare much more once her dissertation journey is complete. She is an active member of the American Quarter Horse Association.http://www.melissaweathersby.com/home.htmlHear this podcast on Googleplay, TuneinRadio, iTunes, Spreaker, Youtube, and iHeartradioPodcast weekly broadcast location:Rockafellas Barber Shop (Owner: Rico Rodriguez)1733 Babcock Rd. San Antonio, TX 78229Sponsors:I Am Refocused Podcast Sponsored by River City Donuts San Ant1723 Babock Rd. San Antonio, TX 78229I Am Refocused Podcast Sponsored by Bay Bay McClinton of All Sports Speed and Conditioninghttp://www.allsportsfitness.net/All Sports Speed and Conditioning is the top sports performance training gyms in San Antonio, and has produce many collegiate and professional athletes since opening. All Sports was founded in 1997 by Bremond “Bay Bay” McClinton. All Sports is based out of the beautiful city of San Antonio, TX. Having accomplished his own career in professional sports; starting a company like All Sports was a natural transition for him. Bay Bay is a native of San Antonio, TX. His 100 meter dash in High School at Roosevelt High in San Antonio was not broken until recently. In college Bay Bay played opposite the great future hall of famer, Darrell Green. He went on to sign a professional career with the Houston Oilers, Dallas Cowboys and played 7 years in the European Leagues before returning to his home town to finish his career “San Antonio Texans”. In 2006, his company, All Sports administered the strength and conditioning program for the East vs West Shriners’s college senior bowl. In 2008-09, All Sports administered the strength and conditioning program for the Division II college Senior Cactus Bowl All Star game in Kingsville. Today All Sports Speed and Conditioning continues to train athletes to elevate their athletic performance to the next level in all sports.I Am Refocused Podcast Sponsored by D.W. Brooks Funeral Home2950 E. Houston St.San Antonio, TX 78202Email: info@dwbrooksfh.comPhone: 210-223-2045Website: dwbrooksfuneralhome.comI Am Refocused Podcast Sponsored by Overflowcafe.comDoes your website need more traffic? Well visit Overflowcafe.com today! They make websites popular and over 41,000 people use their service to gain more customers. They are winning at business. What about you? Visit Overflowcafe.comShemaiah is a proud supporter of beyondbeanie.comFor every item purchased we help a child in need. Rock a beyond beanie. Change a life.Use Shemaiah's code for a 25% discount = REED25

Today's guest is Dr. Melissa WeathersbyBioMelissa Weathersby grew up at Randolph Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas. She earned her Bachelor of Business Administration degree (Management) from Southwest Texas State University, and her MBA (Management) from Webster University. She is currently finishing her Doctorate of Education degree with a specialization in Higher Education and Adult Learning. Her dissertation topic, "The Need for Financial Literacy in Higher Education", is proving to be another avenue of service for many. Melissa’s professional management background includes banking, academics, real estate, and entrepreneurship.Spiritually speaking, Melissa is a strong woman of faith. Her Christian walk has led her to become an ordained Apostle and Pastor who wears a prophetic mantle. She has a heart for all she serves. Melissa is an also avid equestrian. She began riding at the age of 3 and received formal instruction at Fort Sam Houston’s riding academy. She rode Hunter/Jumper Pentathlon horses for 7 years before “earning” the privilege of having her own horse. Switching disciplines from English riding to Western riding, she was a former high school rodeo queen, and a member of the Southwest Texas State rodeo team. She continues to ride and is looking forward to enjoying her Foundation-bred Quarter Horse mare much more once her dissertation journey is complete. She is an active member of the American Quarter Horse Association.http://www.melissaweathersby.com/home.htmlHear this podcast on Googleplay, TuneinRadio, iTunes, Spreaker, Youtube, and iHeartradioPodcast weekly broadcast location:Rockafellas Barber Shop (Owner: Rico Rodriguez)1733 Babcock Rd. San Antonio, TX 78229Sponsors:I Am Refocused Podcast Sponsored by River City Donuts San Ant1723 Babock Rd. San Antonio, TX 78229I Am Refocused Podcast Sponsored by Bay Bay McClinton of All Sports Speed and Conditioninghttp://www.allsportsfitness.net/All Sports Speed and Conditioning is the top sports performance training gyms in San Antonio, and has produce many collegiate and professional athletes since opening. All Sports was founded in 1997 by Bremond “Bay Bay” McClinton. All Sports is based out of the beautiful city of San Antonio, TX. Having accomplished his own career in professional sports; starting a company like All Sports was a natural transition for him. Bay Bay is a native of San Antonio, TX. His 100 meter dash in High School at Roosevelt High in San Antonio was not broken until recently. In college Bay Bay played opposite the great future hall of famer, Darrell Green. He went on to sign a professional career with the Houston Oilers, Dallas Cowboys and played 7 years in the European Leagues before returning to his home town to finish his career “San Antonio Texans”. In 2006, his company, All Sports administered the strength and conditioning program for the East vs West Shriners’s college senior bowl. In 2008-09, All Sports administered the strength and conditioning program for the Division II college Senior Cactus Bowl All Star game in Kingsville. Today All Sports Speed and Conditioning continues to train athletes to elevate their athletic performance to the next level in all sports.I Am Refocused Podcast Sponsored by D.W. Brooks Funeral Home2950 E. Houston St.San Antonio, TX 78202Email: info@dwbrooksfh.comPhone: 210-223-2045Website: dwbrooksfuneralhome.comI Am Refocused Podcast Sponsored by Overflowcafe.comDoes your website need more traffic? Well visit Overflowcafe.com today! They make websites popular and over 41,000 people use their service to gain more customers. They are winning at business. What about you? Visit Overflowcafe.comShemaiah is a proud supporter of beyondbeanie.comFor every item purchased we help a child in need. Rock a beyond beanie. Change a life.Use Shemaiah's code for a 25% discount = REED25

My guest today is Vilmarie Perez. Her father was a preacher, her step-father a pastor and her aunt had her own church. Raised in a strong evangelical family, she begins to experience some real difficulties in adolescence.  Her Christian upbringing leads to a desire to become "less" for God and family. She develops an eating disorder. In the next year or two she comes out to her mother and also becomes an atheist. Her mother forces her to move from the States back to Puerto Rico with her father. This is traumatic for Vilmarie, as she leaves behind her friends and the life she knows.  I was inspired by her story and you will be too! Resources: Jesus Camp (movie) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0486358/ Tumblr: ExChristian https://www.tumblr.com/search/exchristian Secular Student Alliance https://secularstudents.org

Join us this week on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! when Scott brings in a Boot Camp graduate with an exciting new book, Sarah Loudin Thomas. Sarah Loudin Thomas grew up on a 100-acre farm in French Creek, WV, the seventh generation to live there. Her Christian fiction is set in West Virginia and celebrates the people, the land, and the heritage of Appalachia. Her first novel, Miracle in a Dry Season, releases August 2014. Married, with one dog, she now lives in Western North Carolina, which is almost as beautiful as West Virginia. She is a fund-raiser for a children's ministry who has also published freelance writing for Mountain Homes Southern Style and Now & Then magazines, as well as The Asheville Citizen-Times and The Journey Christian Newspaper. She holds a bachelor's in English from Coastal Carolina University. Sarah is represented by Wendy Lawton of Books & Such Literary Agency. You can visit her at www.SarahLoudinThomas.com.

Join us this week on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! when Scott brings in a Boot Camp graduate with an exciting new book, Sarah Loudin Thomas. Sarah Loudin Thomas grew up on a 100-acre farm in French Creek, WV, the seventh generation to live there. Her Christian fiction is set in West Virginia and celebrates the people, the land, and the heritage of Appalachia. Her first novel, Miracle in a Dry Season, releases August 2014. Married, with one dog, she now lives in Western North Carolina, which is almost as beautiful as West Virginia. She is a fund-raiser for a children's ministry who has also published freelance writing for Mountain Homes Southern Style and Now & Then magazines, as well as The Asheville Citizen-Times and The Journey Christian Newspaper. She holds a bachelor's in English from Coastal Carolina University. Sarah is represented by Wendy Lawton of Books & Such Literary Agency. You can visit her at www.SarahLoudinThomas.com.

Join us this week on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! when Scott brings in a Boot Camp graduate with an exciting new book, Sarah Loudin Thomas. Sarah Loudin Thomas grew up on a 100-acre farm in French Creek, WV, the seventh generation to live there. Her Christian fiction is set in West Virginia and celebrates the people, the land, and the heritage of Appalachia. Her first novel, Miracle in a Dry Season, releases August 2014. Married, with one dog, she now lives in Western North Carolina, which is almost as beautiful as West Virginia. She is a fund-raiser for a children's ministry who has also published freelance writing for Mountain Homes Southern Style and Now & Then magazines, as well as The Asheville Citizen-Times and The Journey Christian Newspaper. She holds a bachelor's in English from Coastal Carolina University. Sarah is represented by Wendy Lawton of Books & Such Literary Agency. You can visit her at www.SarahLoudinThomas.com.

Join us this week on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP! when Scott brings in a Boot Camp graduate with an exciting new book, Sarah Loudin Thomas. Sarah Loudin Thomas grew up on a 100-acre farm in French Creek, WV, the seventh generation to live there. Her Christian fiction is set in West Virginia and celebrates the people, the land, and the heritage of Appalachia. Her first novel, Miracle in a Dry Season, releases August 2014. Married, with one dog, she now lives in Western North Carolina, which is almost as beautiful as West Virginia. She is a fund-raiser for a children's ministry who has also published freelance writing for Mountain Homes Southern Style and Now & Then magazines, as well as The Asheville Citizen-Times and The Journey Christian Newspaper. She holds a bachelor's in English from Coastal Carolina University. Sarah is represented by Wendy Lawton of Books & Such Literary Agency. You can visit her at www.SarahLoudinThomas.com.