Hey Golden Ones! Welcome to another fabulous episode! This week you will be hearing from the lovely Sonja Ebsary, a wife, mother of two, business owner and absolute go-getter! Sonja shares with us her previously destructive pursuit of perfection. Since she was two, she always wanted to be a ballerina, however those ambitions got tested as the struggle of body image and an eating disorder began to take over. This story is one of beautiful redemption and how God has called us to dream again, or dance again! He can restore your hopes and dreams and bring a fresh anointing over your new season. You'll love this conversation, enjoy! x 

If you need help with an eating disorder visit https://butterfly.org.au/ or call 1800 33 4673.

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Welcome to another episode of the Golden Collective Podcast! This week we hear from the beautiful Christina Patterson. Christina shares with us the trials she faced in her childhood that lead her to a journey of healing, forgiveness and significant overcoming. Despite all that she went through and the way she saw herself, God called her worthy! Worthy of love, worthy of redemption, worthy of God's promise and blessings. This is an incredible story and it's our pleasure to introduce you to Golden Girl, Christina. 

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Resources Mentioned:

CAP (Christians Against Poverty) - https://capaust.org/

'Who Am I In Christ' by Neil Anderson - https://www.koorong.com/product/who-i-am-in-christ-a-devotional-neil-t-anderson_9780764213809

Please check out the listed services below for a heads up on the topics discussed that may be sensitive for some listeners. 

Topics Mentioned: Mental health struggles, suicide, sexual assault, childhood neglect, miscarriage.

The following services are available to help:

Lifeline - 13 11 14

CAP (Christians Against Poverty) - 1300 303 929

Respect (Sexual Assault & Domestic Violence) - 1800 737 732

Pregnancy Loss - https://www.pinkelephants.org.au/

PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Australia) - 1300 726 306

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Welcome to the Golden Collective Podcast! I am usually your host but this episode is a little different as I share my own story. I hope my journey encourages you to keep pressing into Jesus even in the toughest trials of life. From my own experience with physical and mental health battles, I know that God is good and I will never give up holding onto His promises and faithfulness. - Em x

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Butterfly - 1800 33 46 73, https://butterfly.org.au/get-support/helpline/

Lifeline - 13 11 14

Kids Helpline (5-25yrs)  - 1800 55 1800

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Allow me to introduce to you golden girl, Amy Millar. Amy is an incredible woman of faith whose courage will astound you. Amy has faced significant grief over the past few years, with her father passing away from Motor Neuron Disease as well as her second born son Arlo tragically passing after only 29 days of life. But, in the midst of deep grief and anger, God was still there. Despite the hurt and the unanswered questions, this family kept holding on to Jesus and have since seen the miracle of TWINS enter their lives! Don't shy away from hearing of someone else's grief, this story will leave you encouraged that no matter what we face in life, God is on the throne and we can hold on to his promises. 

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Resources Mentioned:

What Grieving People Wish You Knew About What Really Helps (And What Really Hurts), Nancy Guthrie - https://www.koorong.com/product/what-grieving-people-wish-you-knew-about-what_9781433552359?gclid=CjwKCAjwr56IBhAvEiwA1fuqGnD4iRdSGAu8k7eR7JoxIg9aLDNLw10Klh5Ge_HtFecm7JF_3_H4phoCgC4QAvD_BwE

Tim Keller

https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/timothy-keller-sermons-podcast-by-gospel-in-life/id352660924

If this episode has impacted you and you need help, please reach out to the following services:

PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Australia) - 1300 726 306

Beyond Blue - 1300 224 636 

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Welcome mega-babe Sabrina Peters! Sabrina shares with us her story of finding freedom from a past of brokenness and turning to Jesus to find healing and restoration. Sabrina is passionate about healthy relationships and is currently completing a double degree in psychology and counselling with the endeavour to one day release relevant, biblical and holistic resources. You're going to love this rich conversation...enjoy! X 

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Website - https://sabrinapeters.com/

Resources Mentioned:

Spiritual Slavery to Spiritual Sonship - Jack Frost

Emotionally Healthy Spirituality - Peter Scazzero

Soul Care - Rob Reimer

The Mom Factor - Henry Cloud, John Townsend

*See also, FIND A CHRISTIAN COUNSELLOR! 😘

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Introducing Licy Be! In this episode Licy shares how she has navigated her faith amongst the disappointment of prayers not being met, seeing friends not healed and questioning why God picks and chooses “when to show up”. We briefly touch on the topic of mental health so if this conversation brings up any issues for you, please reach out to the following services listed below. God is good, he is faithful and he has an incredible plan for your life!

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You are just going to love Jessica Love! Jess is pure joy and has such a great calling on her life for preaching, communicating and bringing hope and purpose to people of all ages and walks of life. We discuss her journey through endometriosis and how she navigates pain and frustration amongst the daily battle. We also talk all things relationships and the impact her parents separation had on her as an adult. You will finish listening to this episode totally in awe and inspired by Jess' positivity and practical tips for a thriving relationship with Jesus. 

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Welcome to another episode of the Golden Collective Podcast, we're so glad you're here! This interview is with the gorgeous Kim Ebden. Kim is currently travelling the world with her professional tennis player husband, Matt! Kim shares with us what life looks like "on tour" and how she balances her faith, church, community and relationships. We spend time discussing her wrestle with her own identity and purpose as she has sacrificed parts of her own career in order for her husband to pursue his. Kim shares fantastic relationship wisdom and how God brought the breakthrough into her calling and purpose in this season.  

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Introducing Elle Limebear! Elle grew up touring on the road with her family as her Dad, Martin Smith led worship to stadiums full of people around the world. With a significant voice of her own Elle is a youth pastor, song writer, worship leader, wife AND Mumma-to be! Elle shares with us her journey through fear, her heart for worship and a special encouragement to all the creatives out there. We know you'll love this conversation with Golden Girl, El!

Resources:

https://www.ellelimebearmusic.com/

https://www.bible.com/nl/reading-plans/22492-whats-in-your-head-from-elle-limebear

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Growing up in Sierra Leone, Aminata was taken by rebels and used as a human shield and sexual slave as a teenage girl. After being set free as a result of a child prisoner exchange, Aminata found herself seeking refuge in Australia. Today Aminata is a wife, mother, author, speaker, humanitarian, activist, UNHR special representative and CEO of the Aminata Maternal Foundation. This story will leave you feeling empowered and in pursuit of the one who produces the GOLD. 

Resources Mentioned:

https://aminatamaternalfoundation.org/

https://aminatamaternalfoundation.org/rising-heart/

Books also available at - Dymocks, Big W, Amazon, Booktopia, QBD Books & more!

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