Dr. Nicole shares that from the outside, it looked like she had it all—a thriving career as a pediatrician, a successful healthcare consulting business, and two beautiful daughters.

Then in 2023, her world shifted as she faced the hardest chapter of her life: ending a 28-year marriage and navigating heartbreak, deception, and loss.

Tune in June 4th. In this powerful episode of From Grief to Purpose, Dr. Nicole—who describes herself as a “recovering perfectionist” and the “strong friend”—opens up about her transformational journey through grief and into purpose. Rooted in vulnerability, community, and her unshakable faith, she now creates space for other women navigating divine disruptions to heal, recover, and thrive.

As the host of the Your nEXt Chapter podcast, Dr. Nicole shares not only her story but a powerful message of resilience, hope, and what it means to redefine your identity after life-altering transitions.

🎧 Connect with Dr. Nicole:
📸 Instagram: @yournextchapter_co
📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yournextchapter.co
🌐 Podcast & More: https://yournextchapter.co/

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Have you ever felt like all of hell has broken loose in your life? Like you're barely holding on, even though you know God? This episode is for anyone who feels stuck, shaken, or spiritually exhausted. Together, we talk about how to trust God in the middle of chaos, what it looks like to rise again when life knocks you down, and the spiritual and practical steps that can help you find your footing again.

Pastor Shaniqua is the Founder of The Creative Counseling Network, a Professional Life Coach, Pastoral & Temperament Counselor, wife, mother of two beautiful boys, children’s book author, and a proud sorority sister of Alpha Theta Omega Christian Sorority. Her ministry is one of healing, hope, and restoration—and this conversation is a lifeline for anyone trying to navigate a hard season.

📲 Connect with Pastor Shaniqua A. Karanja:
🌐 Website: www.creativecounselingnetwork.org
📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shaniqua.wrightkaranja
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shaniqua_wkaranja/
💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/shaniqua-karanja-685310187

To purchase Pastor Karanja's book visit the links below:

📘 Nursery in the Sky - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B...

And

📙 Special Delivery! From the Nursery in the Sky; Welcoming A Baby After A Loss - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B...

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In this episode of Talk Yo Talk Sis—my solo chats with you here on the From Grief to Purpose podcast—we’re diving into the hard truth about procrastination, delayed obedience, and playing small with what God already told us to take seriously.

⚠️ This is your wake-up call: your purpose, peace, and healing are not things to play with. It’s time to stop stalling and start walking in alignment with what God has already spoken.

🎧 Subscribe for more faith-based encouragement and real talk on healing, purpose, and growth.

📚 Grab a copy of my latest book:
 https://www.thatdoseofencouragement.com/books

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https://www.youtube.com/@FromGriefToPurpose

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https://www.thatdoseofencouragement.com/

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Welcome back to From Grief To Purpose, hosted by Minnina “Nina” Smith — Daughter of the Most High God, Certified Grief Coach, Certified Christian Life Coach, Certified in Systemic Couple & Family Therapy, Trained in Trauma-Informed Care, U.S. Army Veteran, Counseling Graduate Student, Sister, Aunt, Friend, and Dog Mom.

This faith-based podcast is a safe space for healing, growth, and real conversations. At the heart of every episode is one guiding question: How do we turn our pain into purpose?

Expect weekly encouragement through:

✨ Faith-filled truths
 💬 Honest stories of transformation
 🧠 Wisdom from coaches, counselors, pastors, spiritual mentors, and wellness pros

We’re officially back on audio! These first few episodes are pre-recorded and may not follow a specific order, as not all YouTube content could be transferred. For the latest and full experience, be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel: From Grief To Purpose.

Strong Enough to Feel: Men Cry Too
In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Pastor Jay Cookingham—author, men’s ministry leader, and founder of Strategic Fathering Ministries. Jay opens up about the loss of his wife of 37 years and the healing journey that followed. Together, we unpack grief, identity, and emotional healing from a man’s perspective.

This episode is for every man who’s ever been told to “toughen up,” and every woman trying to understand the silent weight men carry.

📚 Connect with Pastor Jay:
 🌐 Website: jaycookingham.com
📖 Ministry: strategicfathering.net
🎧 Podcasts:
• ManUp Moment – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/manup-moment-jay-cookingham/id580627086

 • The Next Podcast – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-podcast-moving-forward-with-grief-and-loss/id1773129560

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