What if we could fully embrace and accept our belovedness based on who we are and not what we accomplish? Misty and Amy Julia unpack this idea in today's episode. Amy Julia Becker helps people reimagine the good life through her writing and speaking on disability, faith, and culture. She is the author of To Be Made Well, White Picket Fences, Small Talk, and A Good and Perfect Gift and the creator of the Reimagining Family Life with Disability workshop. She is a guest opinion writer for national publications and hosts two podcasts: Reimagining the Good Life and Take the Next Step. Becker is a graduate of Princeton University and Princeton Theological Seminary (MDiv). She lives with her husband and their three children in western Connecticut.SOCIAL MEDIA:Instagram: @amyjuliabeckerFacebook: @amyjuliabeckerwriterYouTube ChannelThreads: @amyjuliabeckerTikTok: @amyjuliabeckerWEBSITE:amyjuliabecker.comPODCASTS:- Take the Next Step (for families experiencing disability)- Reimagining the Good LifeBOOKS:- To Be Made Well: An Invitation to Wholeness, Healing, and Hope- White Picket Fences: Turning Towards Love in a World Divided by Privilege- Small Talk: Learning From My Children About What Matters Most- A Good and Perfect Gift: Faith, Expectations, and a Little Girl Named PennyWORKSHOP:Reimagining Family Life with Disability🌱 Hosted by the bravest voice, Bold Voices, Soft Hearts brings you conversations about how pain isn’t the end of the story—it’s where purpose begins.👏Through honest stories, faithful reflection, and vulnerable moments, we’ll explore what it means to live with courage and compassion—even when life breaks your heart.👇 Connect with us online!Instagram: @mistycoysnyderFacebook: facebook.com/mistysnyderTikTok: @mistycoysnyder❤️ Subscribe for new episodes every week💬 Share your story or connect with us: [email protected]🔔 Don’t forget to hit the bell and turn on notifications!#BoldVoicesSoftHearts #PassionThroughPain #ChristianMoms #DownSyndromeAwareness #FaithPodcast #HopeInHardship #SpecialNeedsParenting

Whether they’re behind the mic, on stage, or in the community, Audrey and Jeremy are leading with heart—amplifying voices, celebrating abilities, and proving that with inclusion and opportunity, everyone can shine. Lifelong friends turned couple, Audrey and Jeremy, bring heart, humor, and honesty to every conversation on their podcast, The Audrey and Jeremy Show. Together, they’re breaking stereotypes, celebrating inclusion, and inspiring others to lead with kindness and confidence.Misty has a fun conversation with these two self-advocates during Down syndrome awareness month and dives into what it's like to have an extra chromosome and the ways in which they are using their gifts.Audrey is an actor, model, public speaker, and fierce self-advocate studying drama and communications in college, with a passion for storytelling and connection. Jeremy is a SAG Actor, public speaker, self-advocate, mentor, and West Coast Ambassador for A Walk on Water, inspiring others through movement, mentorship, and community.You can follow them on instagram @theaudreyandjeremyshow, listen to their show wherever you podcast and subscribe to their YouTube Channel:https://youtube.com/@theaudreyandjeremyshow?si=Ck-9ijk6BuQbC48m🌱 Hosted by the bravest voice, Bold Voices, Soft Hearts brings you conversations about how pain isn’t the end of the story—it’s where purpose begins.👏Through honest stories, faithful reflection, and vulnerable moments, we’ll explore what it means to live with courage and compassion—even when life breaks your heart.👇 Connect with us online!Instagram: @mistycoysnyderFacebook: facebook.com/mistysnyderTikTok: @mistycoysnyder❤️ Subscribe for new episodes every week💬 Share your story or connect with us: [email protected]🔔 Don’t forget to hit the bell and turn on notifications!#BoldVoicesSoftHearts #PassionThroughPain #ChristianMoms #DownSyndromeAwareness #FaithPodcast #HopeInHardship #SpecialNeedsParenting

Today’s podcast centers around strengthening and uplifting your marriage in the midst of disability parenting. Be sure to grab, “The Journal For Us” which accompanies her book, “The Fight for Us” (Links below).Rebekah Lyons is a national speaker, host of the popular Rhythms for Life podcast, and bestselling author of many books including - Building A Resilient Life: How Adversity Awakens Strength, Hope, and Meaning, Rhythms of Renewal: Trading Stress and Anxiety for a Life of Peace and Purpose, You Are Free: Be Who You Already Are, A Surrendered Yes: 52 Devotions to Let Go and Life Free, and Freefall to Fly: A Breathtaking Journey Toward a Life of Meaning. An old soul with a contemporary, honest voice, Rebekah reveals her own battles to overcome anxiety and depression—and invites others to discover and boldly pursue their God-given purpose. Alongside her husband, Gabe, Rebekah finds joy in raising four children, two of whom have Down syndrome. Her work has been featured on TODAY, Good Morning America, CNN, FOX, PARADE, SiriusXM, Huffington Post, Hallmark Home & Family, and more. https://a.co/d/6ezH9Ht - Video Streamhttps://a.co/d/7Eyf0ki - Journalhttps://a.co/d/fie43Wd: - CurriculumFollow Rebekah on Instagram @rebekahlyons 🌱 Hosted by the bravest voice, Bold Voices, Soft Hearts brings you conversations about how pain isn’t the end of the story—it’s where purpose begins.👏Through honest stories, faithful reflection, and vulnerable moments, we’ll explore what it means to live with courage and compassion—even when life breaks your heart.👇 Connect with us online!Instagram: @mistycoysnyderFacebook: facebook.com/mistysnyderTikTok: @mistycoysnyder❤️ Subscribe for new episodes every week💬 Share your story or connect with us: [email protected]🔔 Don’t forget to hit the bell and turn on notifications!#BoldVoicesSoftHearts #PassionThroughPain #ChristianMoms #DownSyndromeAwareness #FaithPodcast #HopeInHardship #SpecialNeedsParenting

Rachael Lampa is a vocalist who has been in the music industry since she was 14 years old and won a Dove award for her Number 1 hit, BLESSED. She joined her siblings in helping form a non-profit in Nashville called, People Loving Nashville which is an organization that walks with people experiencing homelessness and incarceration. She is also a wife and mother to two BEAUTIFUL boys, one of whom has Down syndrome.🌱 Hosted by the bravest voice, Bold Voices, Soft Hearts brings you conversations about how pain isn’t the end of the story—it’s where purpose begins.👏Through honest stories, faithful reflection, and vulnerable moments, we’ll explore what it means to live with courage and compassion—even when life breaks your heart.👇 Connect with us online!Instagram: @mistycoysnyderFacebook: facebook.com/mistysnyderTikTok: @mistycoysnyder❤️ Subscribe for new episodes every week💬 Share your story or connect with us: [email protected]🔔 Don’t forget to hit the bell and turn on notifications!#BoldVoicesSoftHearts #PassionThroughPain #ChristianMoms #DownSyndromeAwareness #FaithPodcast #HopeInHardship #SpecialNeedsParenting

Christy Nockels is a Worship Artist, Author, Speaker and the host of her podcast, The Glorious in the Mundane. She is the mama of three children and wife to Nathan. Christy is the daughter of a pastor, born in Texas and raised in Oklahoma where she lived simple beginnings that laid a sure foundation for her, for the rest of her life. In this episode, Christy and Misty dive into the idea of being present, service-oriented and joyful in whatever season of life you inhabit. Referenced in the podcast:🎧Albums: "Be Held" and "King Who Never Sleeps"📱IG: @christynockels🎙️Podcast: Glorious in the Mundane 📖Book: The Life You Long For 🌱 Hosted by the bravest voice, Bold Voices, Soft Hearts brings you conversations about how pain isn’t the end of the story—it’s where purpose begins.👏Through honest stories, faithful reflection, and vulnerable moments, we’ll explore what it means to live with courage and compassion—even when life breaks your heart.👇 Connect with us online!Instagram: @mistycoysnyderFacebook: facebook.com/mistysnyderTikTok: @mistycoysnyder❤️ Subscribe for new episodes every week💬 Share your story or connect with us: [email protected]🔔 Don’t forget to hit the bell and turn on notifications!#BoldVoicesSoftHearts #PassionThroughPain #ChristianMoms #DownSyndromeAwareness #FaithPodcast #HopeInHardship #SpecialNeedsParenting

Erin and her husband struggled for many years to have children but God blessed them with three kids, one through adoption and 2 biological, with help. They went on to have a surprise pregnancy at 46 & 48yrs old. While pregnant Erin’s social media blew up with women from all over the world seeking to find hope from their own infertility.

Her youngest ended up having Down syndrome and now she uses her platform to encourage women going through the same infertility struggles as she did as well as the hardship a DS diagnosis can bring at times. 

@erineicher_ig

Amanda Ellard is a Licensed Master Social Worker with over a decade of experience in working with at-risk families and children through provision of strengths-based services and trauma-informed care. As a passionate connector and closer-of-gaps, Amanda believes in the transformative power of identity founded on inherent dignity and worth.

In 2022, Amanda published her memoir, "Twenty-One," which describes the twenty-one lessons learned from having a child with an extra copy of her twenty-first chromosome. Amanda currently lives in Wichita Falls, Texas with her husband Britt, and her three children: Ben, Rhett, and Lucy Claire. She is passionate about shifting the narrative for individuals with Down syndrome through advocacy and systemic change. 

https://a.co/d/aTaR5uJ

IG: @amanda_ellard

Tik Tok: @ellard.amanda

In this episode of Bold Voices, Soft Hearts, host Misty Coy Snyder reflects on the significance of World Down Syndrome Day and shares her personal journey as an advocate for individuals with Down syndrome!

Be sure to follow on social media:

📲 @happinessisdownsyndrome

Megan Miller is the founder of the Intentional Living Method, a best selling author, the host and creator of "Attention to Intention" Podcast and a TEDX and global speaker!

Misty and Megan are diving into the idea of being intentional in every space you enter into and finding the joy right where you stand.

Don't miss this quick burst of encouragement and share the message with a friend!

https://www.megan-miller.com/

Attention to Intention Podcast: 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/attention-to-intention/id1571215726

The transition from artistic professional to motherhood can be quite a challenge, particularly on the heels of a pandemic. Misty and Julie dive into what it looks like to find your new groove and explore the importance of support and community.

Julie Alexandria is an accomplished TV host covering sports and entertainment.  Although her career eventually took her to the sidelines of sports, it all started with theater, performing in touring productions, regional theaters and eventually the NYC stage.

For nearly two decades she has been on the sidelines covering college football, Major league baseball and Tennis for ESPN, FOX and NBC sports. She has covered the world of entertainment interviewing celebrities as an MTV VJ, on the red carpet for the Emmys, Anchored the nationally syndicated daily show "OKTV" and hosted the Miss USA Pageant. An accomplished voice over artist, her voice can be heard in numerous films, video games, cartoons and on countless commercials; currently for Toyota, Apple and McDonalds.

Last year she launched her zero waste jewelry line of empowering statement pieces (see IG handle, below) and, as mom to 5 year old Kingston, she has become an expert in tickle fighting, sea shanties and aircraft carriers!

Follow Julie on IG: @Juliesgoldcoins and @juliealexandria00