Stephanie Nielson began sharing her life in 2005 through her blog the NieNie Dialogues, she centered her writing on home life and motherhood. Then in 2008, she was in a fiery plane crash with her husband Christian. They both survived but she was badly burned over more than 80 percent of her body. She then wrote her New York Times bestseller, “Heaven is Here” about the entire experience. 

During our conversation, Stephanie shares what life looks like now that kids are growing up and moving out of the house, what daily little things make all the difference in creating a happy home, and how simplicity is key to making holiday time extra special. Stephanie is a delight and inspiration – I know you will love hearing from her. 

Time codes: 

5:43 Seasons and the beauty of change 

8:38 Why Stephanie’s story has touched so many lives 

13:24 How to turn a bad day around 

18:11 Raising teenagers and young adults 

21:42 Full circle moment for Stephanie with the Arizona Burn Center 

34:38 The importance of documenting her family’s life 

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