Have you ever received news that rocked your world and you didn't know what you would do next? That is exactly what happened to our guest, Sheila McGlown, who after 25-years of military service was forced to retire as a result of her Metabalize Breast Cancer diagnosis. Due to disparities in cancer treatments for black people, Shelia didn't even know black women got breast cancer, this was back in 2010 - but now over 10 years later, she is doing all she can to educate and empower women of color to be advocates for their health.

She is a lobbyist, a champion in the clinical trials world, and an encourager for other men and women who are also living with MBC.

Unfortunately, almost every person in this nation has somehow been impacted by cancer.  In this episode, we hope that there is something new you learn about clinical trials, DoD initiatives, causes, and early interventions.  Furthermore, there is a deep level of trust and faith in God in this story you are about to hear, lean into that space, and see what peace is available for you today in spite of your circumstance.

In service,

Kerri Jeter 

host

Verse of the Week: Matthew 17:20 “For I assure you: If you have faith the size of a mustard seed, you will tell this mountain, 'Move from here to there,' and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you."

Connect with Shelia and her team at Our MBC Life: https://www.ourmbclife.org/connect

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Let's talk overwhelm, shall we? I mean we all have been there, with so many areas demanding our attention and sometimes it is hard to navigate which area is the most important and then....wham, melt-down, adult temper-tantrum ensue.  Our guest is a woman of many talents and helping others navigate out of the overwhelm is one of them.

Angela Demaree is our guest today she is a Consultant, Podcaster, Trailblazer, Veteran, Veterinarian, 6th Gen Hoosier & Equine Enthusiast. She ran for Congress in the 5th district of Indiana before it was cool.

Knowing your personal values and taking action that's aligned with your values is THE most important thing you should consider before you say yes to that next request, mindlessly turn on the TV or reach for that carton of ice cream.

Knowing how and when to take action, what to say no to, and how to set and maintain effective boundaries are a MUST right now.  In order to serve at your best, you need to first take care of yourself.

She even has a one-hour course to help you start setting boundaries that work for you!  Register at: https://www.pawsconsulting.com/overwhelm.

This week I hope you find care, love, and relief from the overwhelm. 

Bible Verse: (I figured since she loves animals, what better verse than to talk about the creation of all creatures).

Genesis 1:22 So God created the great sea creatures and every living creature that moves, with which the waters swarm, according to their kinds, and every winged bird according to its kind. And God saw that it was good.

Unlike Trump, Angela has a thriving Twitter account, follow her here: https://twitter.com/DemareeDVM?s=20

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****Please note this conversation does talk about Military Sexual Trauma, the death of Vanessa Guillen, and other topics about corruption that may be heavy to carry or may cause it hard to listen to at times.*****

Have you found the power in your voice?  How it can be used to take down giants and stand up against the majority?  Do you know that it only takes 25% of the minority to make a change for the majority?  Did you know that women who serve in the military makeup 19% of the force....ladies we are almost to that critical percentage to break free of some of the major oppressions we have experienced while in uniform.....stay in the fight...keep serving with valor.  

Be bold, be brave, be beautifully you!

Our chat with Pamela Campos-Palma was capture to write a feature in the Freedom Sisters Magazine for our January 2021 issue, She is the LeadHER we all want on our side, standing for justice, peace, and security for all who serve.  She wasn't to make the world fundamentally safe, not just cosmetically safe.  

And friends, she is doing it.  She is a Strong, Valient LeadHER!  With her efforts and the help of other giants in the fight for MST Justice, massive changes are ahead.

I want you all to consider:

The power of your voice;

How to fight without yelling;

How to be bold in spite of the adversaries;

and ultimately how to make effective changes in our world by the power of activism.

There is a hope that is palatable in the fight for Justice for all SurviveHERs.

This week's bible verse:

Job 12:22  He uncovers the deeps out of darkness and brings deep darkness to light.

find out more about Vets for the people at www.vetsforthepeople.org

Read the rest of the story by downloading the article  at www.freedomsisters.com/magazine

For the love of all things amazing, this week's episode is fire!  Retired Brig. Gen. Loree Sutton is our guest on today's show and she blew me away and I know you will be blown away by her too! 

She had an incredible career in the Army and achieved the rank of Brig. Gen. and is the Army's highest-ranking Pcyhatrist to date.  She has given her professional advice on areas of MST and PTSD and has been featured in the documentaries, Invisible War and Thank you for your Service.  Although we discuss policy changes and improvements we both hope to see in the military, I think you will find the overall tone of this interview hope-filled and encouraging.

Loree has led the way to eradicate homelessness among Veterans in NYC, which is home to 210,000 Veterans.  She is running for the Presitiguois title of Mayor Of NYC and I am here for it!  I love that more and more women veterans are venturing into politics and truly she is an honest, good, personable leader; we all could learn from her.

Topics we cover and areas to ponder as you sit down with us today:

What are your bedrock values?

How do you serve others?

If you see change is needed, what do you do about it?

Where does your hope come from?

Sometimes a good song and a different perspective are all you need to help raise up others.

Live a life of wisdom, always seek it, and always make the path better for those who will follow us.

Bible Verse of the week:

 “God is not unjust; he will not forget your work and the love you have shown him as you have helped his people and continue to help them.”  Hebrews 6:10

Cheer Loree on as she runs for Mayor of NYC, she could be the FIRST FEMALE Mayor of NYC when she wins! 

Here is her IG handle. @loreesuttonnyc

https://loreeformayor.nyc/

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Mitchelene BigMan is a fierce and compassionate leader.  She served for 20 years in the US Army and is the foundHER of Native American Women Warriors a nonprofit for Native American women veterans.  Their organization started out as the first all-women Native American Colorguard and quickly grew to help others from the Sovereign Nations of America.

Things to consider when listening to this incredible conversation about Mitch's life:

-Be proud of who you are

-Live a life where you don't take your freedoms for granted

- Step boldly into your passions and trust God's plan on your life

- Healing is different for everyone, sometimes dancing through the pain is just the right thing you may be missing.

Isaiah 40:31 but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.

Connect with NAWW today on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NativeAmericanWomenWarriors/

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Many Veterans can relate to the feeling of unworthiness when transitioning from uniform to business suit.  I personally relate my transition as an identity crisis moment in my life.  Our sister today, is no exception of feeling that her worth was not known or seen.

She thought, is it me? Am  I over-educated? Am I undereducated? It was like she couldn't find this happy medium. She could not get anything from the lowest entry-level job, up to where she was qualified with her education. At the time she already had her master's degree and she thought, what am I worth? Anything at all? Nobody sees it. Nobody saw her worth.

Here is the deal today we talk about:

our broken pieces;

our faith journey and how God's timing trumps ours;

and how we can be the light and example for others to not hide in the darkness or allow the darkness to consume them.

We all need each other, we all have something to give, we all have greatness in us and we also have weaknesses.  We have to break the silence and speak up to not only help ourselves but to help others as well.

Lindsay Gutierrez is a phenomenal advocate and I am so proud of her commitment to Veterans, Laws, and Regulations and helping others overcome hardships to find God's love for themselves.

Connect with her on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsayngutierrez/

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We interrupt the normal dialogue between two sisters-in-service to offer you a gift of joy, love, hope, and peace.

Your host Kerri Jeter, takes you down memory lane of special memories of some of our sisters who have been deployed during the holidays.

We have a special poem, a gift from above (the Christmas Star will appear on 12/21/2020), the story of Christmas, special messages, songs from Military personal who are deployed (provided by DVIDS), a cool rendition of the "Carol of the Bells" from special military musical groups (also from DVIDS),  Cassandra Taylor sings Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire, holiday wishes from the gals at Behind the Scenes podcast and the Combat Diva Podcast, a fun sharing of stories and messages from the Freedom Sisters WriteHERs and we close with a Christmas prayer from 2nd Lt. Jessica Morel.

A show full of joy, tears, laughter, and from all of us here on the Freedom Sisters Media team, we wish you a safe Christmas and a Joyful New Year.  To our brothers and sisters deployed, thank you for your service during this time, and know how much we love and miss you! 

Merry Christmas!

Have you ever dreamed of starting a new adventure? Taking the leap of faith to start a business?  Or perhaps you will resonate with always striving to be better and perform until you prove that you are the right person for the job?

Well, my guest today, Kristin Miller of MILSO Box, gives us some great tips and information from her journey to entrepreneurship and being a high-achiever and how you can apply it to your life.

She drops some amazing truth bombs today.  I am so excited to introduce her to you all as a sister-in-service and I love her candid conversation, the fact she was in a band, loves Dolly Parton, and is living her dream to leave a legacy for her daughter.

Tune in for a great conversation about:

gratitude

enneagram

finding value

having fun

and giving to others.

For more with Kristin and MILSO BOX......go to www.milsobox.com

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If you have ever experienced any hardship big, small or catastrophic, then this episode is for you.  A proven leader in the US Army and a very critical member of the resiliency program, Jennifer models a life of resilience, compassion and care.

Her story is incredibly heart wrenching and life-giving.  I am reminded that we can hold two very different things in our hands at the same time, when I listen to her share her heart.  From the deepest grief to the greatest joy, Jennifer's story is one I will never forget.  

I have become fast friends with this sister, I resonate with her ideals and compassion for others.  

Scripture of the week:

Joshua 1:9 I repeat, be strong and brave! Don’t be afraid and don’t panic, for I, the LORD your God, am with you in all you do.

Empowering Quote:

“Scars remind us where we’ve been. They don’t have to dictate where we’re going.”

Connect with Jennifer at www.jenniferballou.com

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This is the final part of tour three part series with the lovely ladies of Redefining You Foundation.

I encourage you to go back and listen to the whole series, they build upon one another and gives the listeners a well rounded framework to transform their story.

Have you ever been doing well and had a set back? During that setback, were you alone or did you have someone you could talk to, so you didn't spiral out of complete control, restart bad coping habits or worse attempt suicide?  Accountability partners are critical to the healing journey.  Good people in your life that tell you what you need to hear not just what you want to hear matters!

It could save your life. 

Not only do we talk about self accountability we talk about group accountability, seeking professional help if needed.  

One thing that is for certain, is this is a hard conversation but crucial in the healing journey.

For more from RYF: www.redefinedfutureyou.org

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