I don’t know about you, but I just love being around someone who is really living life, taking on new challenges, and also encouraging others to do the same. Shani Wilson is one of those people, and in this episode she shares about her life and growth as a person. She is beautiful and hilarious- constantly working to achieve her goals, loving her family, and following hard after Jesus. She is refreshingly real, and you are absolutely going to love her!

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When I first met Chloe, I was immediately drawn to her zest for life. While she has battled CF  her whole life, she hasn’t let that slow her down or dim her light. She’s a true beauty with a big smile and wisdom that only comes from persevering through difficult times. In this episode, Chloe shares about the loss of her sister, life with Cystic Fibrosis, and the best surprise of her life. Her story is sure to remind you that life is what you make it and to make every second count! 

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In today’s world, there is almost no one who hasn’t been personally affected by substance-abuse or addiction. And while it may seem impossible to overcome, today’s guest has a beautiful story of not only overcoming addiction but also living a life to help others out of the same darkness. Ashley Self is a beautiful example of hope, perseverance, and victory, and you are going to love her story. If you or anyone, you know, struggles with substance-abuse or addiction of any kind, this episode will encourage and empower you to not give up!

We like to include resources for those who may be looking for help. Below are just a few.

https://www.celebraterecovery.com/


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Today’s guest knows what it’s like to face her fears and follow her dreams. Several years ago Tabitha Richardson took a chance and began the process of obtaining her real estate license. Now she runs her own real estate company,  4 T Land Group, which has grown into a very successful business while also being a devoted wife & mom. Today, Tabitha shares  what obstacles and mindsets she had to overcome and all the things  she’s learned in the process. After listening to Tabitha’s story, you’ll be inspired to leave your comfort zone to pursue your own goals and chase your dreams! 

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Today’s guest is Kristi Usher Harbuck, a dear friend, who has been through a lot. From losing her first husband to cancer, raising three kids as a young widow, and then finding love and happiness again., Kristi shares her journey through the best and worst of times. This is a very honest conversation about good things and hard things and holding on to hope through the unimaginable. If you are going through a hard season and struggling to find hope, this is the episode for you. 

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Today’s guest is Jennifer Irvin, a friend and inspiration. Jennifer is a small town girl who grew a multi-million dollar business and then left it to follow her convictions. She continues to pursue new dreams and crush her goals while lifting others up along the way. Jennifer champions other women, and her story will leave you hopeful and fired up to follow your own passions and purpose!

Jennifer owns a fabulous boutique, The Cosmic Hippie, in Whitesboro, TX which you definitely need to visit in person or online at shopcosmichippie.com or on Instagram @shopcosmichippie .

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Y’all are just going to LOVE today’s guest, Breanna Webber! She is a friend and an inspiration. Bre and her husband, Chris, have struggled through infertility and found hope on the other side; she is beautiful, brave, genuine, and funny. Breanna graciously and candidly sat down with me to share their story of disappointment, loss, and unexpected joy as they’ve ridden the roller coaster ride of infertility and fostering. Their story is both beautiful and hard, as life usually is, but it’s definitely going to leave you with hope.

Breanna mentioned several resources in our interview. These are a few:

Waitingforbabybird.com 

IVF Warriors- support group on Facebook

Fostering Change podcast

https://open.spotify.com/show/6tSWSLs0ScWU1AFP7lykcy?si=sEijDuwdQpiZw8or2MUfjQ

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Kelly J. Norman was my very first guest last January, and we loved her so much that I thought I would have her back to check in as we begin 2024! You may remember that she is a life & business coach, an author and Bible teacher as well as a wife and mom. Today, we talk about the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people and how to know when you might want to work with a life coach. Kelly is inspiring and wise when it comes to personal development so buckle up and get ready for a very informative and motivating conversation!

Follow @kellyjnorman on Instagram, and visit her website at kellyjnorman.com to set up your own personal coaching sessions, corporate training events, and keynote presentations.

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Today’s guest, Ashley Bachmann, shares about her new book, Caught Off Guard: A Testimony of Overcoming Suffering through Trusting God and Embracing Community. This is an incredible story of rescue as Ashley broke free from a tumultuous marriage and started over with nothing except her faith. Ashley shares about writing her book, the importance of community, and offers encouragement to anyone facing a difficult situation. Her story is a beautiful example of God’s grace and will give you hope to face your own battles!

Caught Off Guard is available for preorder now and can be purchased on Ashley’s website:
https://www.ashleybachmann.com

OR on Amazon at:
https://www.amazon.com/stores/Ashley-Bachmann/author/B0CNS1GYSK?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true

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Today’s guest is Julie Busler, a wife & mom, speaker & author who graciously and honestly shares the story of her mental health journey through depression. She and her husband Ryan served as missionaries to Turkey for several years when she was overcome with debilitating PTSD and depression. She even considered ending her life. Instead, after seeking help both mentally and physically, Julie is now thriving and has written a book about how God continues to walk her through recovery. Her story of hope is both raw and beautiful. I am so grateful for her bravery and boldness. Her book, Joyful Sorrow : Breaking Through the Darkness of Mental Illness, is available on Amazon or wherever books are sold.

https://www.amazon.com/Joyful-Sorrow-Breaking-Through-Darkness/dp/B0BCHDLL31/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?crid=2JASDHA7VLIJ4&keywords=joyful+sorrow+julie+busler&qid=1699845605&sprefix=joyful+sor%2Caps%2C154&sr=8-1


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Facebook: @Julie Busler, Author
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Website: www.JulieBusler.com


WARNING:This episode contains content relating to suicide and may be triggering. If you or anyone you know is contemplating suicide, please call 988 for immediate assistance.

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