Rising Above with Becky Davidson

Today we're celebrating our 200th episode of the podcast! THANKS to all who listen and share the podcast.

About Johnna

Johnna (pronounced John-NUH, named after her grandfather, John) is an author, {sporadic} blogger, speaker and all-time coordinator of chaos. She’s a wife, a mother of six, a homeschooler and a fourth generation Texan. She is passionate about sharing the eternal hope she found in Jesus when her life took an unexpected twist in 2007, following the birth of her firstborn son with a neural tube defect. It’s now her passion to encourage women to stop living timid lives of distraction and to bravely say yes to what God calls them to. Through her use of sarcasm and sentences, Johnna paints a picture of hope for eternity as well as offers an honest perspective of life’s challenges through her blog (JohnnaHensley.com) and in her latest book, Reckless Yes.

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facebook.com/JohnnaHensleyAuthor

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About Jeanetta

Jeanetta Bryant is a dynamic and compassionate leader in the special needs community. With over 10 years of experience in the industry and 4 years with Abilities Workshop, Inc. Her journey into this field began when her daughter was diagnosed with a medical condition. Over the last decade, Jeanetta has witnessed her child defy the odds and overcome their diagnoses, inspiring her to become an advocate, author, and speaker. She has written books, developed learning apps, and founded a non-profit organization to provide resources and support to families in need. She is known for her honesty, thoughtfulness, compassion, quick decision-making abilities, and her willingness to constantly learn and adapt to different audiences.  At Abilities Workshop, Inc, Jeanetta works with parents, pastors, and teachers to help children with special needs reach their full potential. She is committed to working together with others to provide support, resources, and hope to those who need it most.

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About Amy

Amy and her husband, Brad, have been married for 24 years and have 4 children. Their youngest child, Grant, who is now 16, has tuberous sclerosis, a rare genetic condition that affects the major organs of the body. They have “tubers” growing on or in them, which often causes significant issues for the person. These “tubers” are benign tumors. Grant was diagnosed at 13 months old after he went through tests and scans due to seizures beginning at 12 months old. He has significant developmental delays due to the type of seizures he had as a baby. However, he is not physically delayed, and loves to play adaptive sports and enjoys music and singing. Her husband, Brad, is a full-time pastor, and they love ministering to others in our church and community. They have been at their current church for 19 years. She is a nurse and began that career later in life. Grant is a joy to their family, and they are grateful to be chosen to be his parents. They are thankful for all the ways the Lord has used this journey to teach them so many truths about Himself, and their verse for Grant has been Ephesians 3:20-21. God has done and continues to do, so much more than they could ask or imagine through throughout this special-needs journey.

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Email:  [email protected]

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About Sonya

Sonya is the founder and Executive Director of Possibility Place, a Christ-centered educational day program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. She is also the mother of two grown sons, one of which has autism and was the drive behind Possibility Place. Her passion is to see children and adults with special needs have every opportunity to reach goals beyond what was predicted for them with any diagnosis or label. Her dream is to see them fully integrated into a society that sees their value, a society that shifts the focus to what they CAN do instead of what they cannot.

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About Joni

Joni Eareckson Tada is founder and CEO of Joni and Friends, an organization that provides Christian outreach in the disability community. Joni is the author of numerous bestselling books, including Joni and Ken: An Untold Love Story and When God Weeps. Joni and her husband, Ken, reside in Calabasas, CA.

Favorite Quotes

"Give thanks for those things you can give thanks for." -Joni

"Once you live a life of gratitude, it permeates everything you do." -Joni

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Joni and Friends Website

Facebook: @joniandfriends.idc

Instagram: @joniandfriends

Twitter: @JoniandFriends

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About the Episode

The moms from the "Take Heart Special Moms" podcast (Carrie, Amy, and Sara) join Becky to discuss 'Avoiding the Comparison Trap.' This one can be tricky for moms anywhere, and we hope this episode will be helpful for you as a part of our Flip Side series.

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Take Heart Special Moms website

Take Heart Special Moms podcast

Sara Clime's podcast episode

Carrie Holt's podcast episode

Amy J. Brown's podcast episode

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Sandra & Melanie join Becky to discuss gratitude and how the practice of thankfulness can benefit our special-needs journey.

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About Sandy

Sandy Ramsey-Trayvick is a mom of three, including a son who has special needs. She has been a huge blessing to us at Rising Above Ministries for the last couple years. She is so wise and kind, and each conversation with her points us to Jesus! Sandy leads a community group via Zoom, and we are so grateful for her willingness to pour into other special-needs moms.

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Sandy's website: https://www.undisabledlives.org 

Sandy's past episodes:

Episode 88 

Season 3, Episode 1 

Episode 135 

About this episode

Steve and Kim from the Rising Above office join Becky to discuss our November series, the Flip Side, and share their experiences of looking on the flip side in their own lives.

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