This week, Megan and Deedra sit down with Kimberly Beckley, owner of Simplifying Beauty in O’Fallon, Illinois, for a conversation about faith, trauma, motherhood, and rediscovering connection. From navigating childhood wounds to parenting two adult sons with special needs, Kimberly shares how her relationship with God has shifted through heartbreak, healing, and unexpected grace.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Finding faith amid childhood abuse, control, and religious confusion

• The complexity of trusting God through profound parenting challenges

• How grief and purpose can coexist for special needs parents

• Reparenting the inner child through compassion and authenticity

• Learning to approach God as love instead of performance

• What self-care and reconnection look like in real, imperfect faith

Kimberly Beckley is a licensed cosmetologist, lash artist, and salon owner with over 15 years of experience in the beauty industry. As the founder of Simplifying Beauty Salon & Academy, she’s passionate about empowering women through self-care, education, and authentic leadership. Beyond her business, she’s a community connector, Chamber of Commerce ambassador, and advocate for making self-care a guilt-free priority.