Grit, Grace, & Inspiration | Where Real Stories Ignite Hope, Healing & the Courage to Rise Again

#262: When Adversity Becomes Advocacy: How a Mother's Challenge Revealed Her Greatest Mission


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Nicole Smith takes you into the emotional journey of accepting a new and different reality, finding gratitude amid hardship, and the ultimate discovery that struggle can indeed nurture profound joy and purpose. Nicole's insights on the beauty of this

journey serve as a beacon of hope for anyone facing adversity.

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In this heartfelt conversation, host Kevin Lowe sits down with Nicole Smith, a mother and advocate who found her life's mission through one of her most challenging experiences... The birth of her daughter in the midst of the 2020 global pandemic. This led Nicole down an unforeseen path that not only transformed her into a fierce advocate for her daughter but also inspired her to support others facing similar struggles.


Nicole shares her powerful story of navigating the complexities of the healthcare system during the height of COVID-19, which brought with it a gamut of unknowns and challenges following the birth of her daughter with cerebral palsy. The conversation delves into the emotional journey of accepting a new and different reality, finding gratitude amid hardship, and the ultimate discovery that struggle can indeed nurture profound joy and purpose. Nicole's insights on the beauty of this journey serve as a beacon of hope for

anyone facing adversity.


Key Takeaways:
  • The birth of Nicole's daughter led to the unexpected mission of advocating for children with disabilities.
  • The importance of processing grief and recognizing the unique journey of children with different needs.
  • Through Dignity Defense Institute, Nicole works to bridge the gap between those in need and nonprofits that can offer support.


Links & Resources:
  • Visit Dignity Defense Institute: www.DignityDefense.org
  • Listen to Nicole's Podcast: Pro Dignity, No Doubt
  • Discover Your Life's Purpose by Texting the word "DISCOVER" to 55444


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TODAY'S AWESOME GUESTNICOLE SMITH

Nicole Smith is a seasoned advocate for the voiceless, with extensive experience in criminal law and human injustice. She has dedicated her career to helping those around the world who cannot defend themselves. With the birth of her daughter Cosette in April 2020, during the peak of the pandemic, Nicole's advocacy took a personal turn as she embarked on a journey to also give a voice to her own child. Nicole's professional background spans law and public policy, and she is the founder of Dignity Defense Institute, a nonprofit organization aimed at connecting those in need with non-profits that can assist them. She is also a podcaster, hosting 'Pro Dignity, no Doubt' where she shares stories that highlight the resilience of the human spirit.



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