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.
🎙️ EPISODE 1 – 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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