In this deeply moving episode, host Pearl Chiarenza speaks with Tracy Boone about transforming grief into healing through faith and horses. Both women share their personal losses - Tracy as a young widow who lost her husband Reed to a rare brain disease, and Pearl who lost her 25-year-old son Matt.
Tracy's husband Reed appeared healthy, but a medical injection from the 1970s eventually caused a fatal brain disease. After Reed's death, Tracy faced the challenge of helping her 6-year-old son Elijah process his father's loss. In a remarkable experience, young Elijah witnessed his father's peaceful transition to heaven, providing comfort during their darkest hour.
From this tragedy, Tracy created "Angels in the Arena," a 12-week faith-based program using equine therapy to help widows and children navigate grief. The program focuses on four key elements: establishing peace, building trust, developing relationships, and learning to walk with God.
Key topics discussed:
- What to say (and not say) to grieving families
- How to support widows beyond the first year
- Age-appropriate ways to discuss death with children
- The healing power of horses in trauma recovery
- Practical grief support strategies
- Signs and supernatural experiences during loss
Tracy's son Elijah, now 19, is thriving with his own apartment and full-time job, showing the program's effectiveness. Tracy is expanding "Angels in the Arena" worldwide to help more families find peace and healing.
This episode offers hope and practical guidance for anyone walking through grief or supporting others in loss, demonstrating how tragedy can be transformed into purpose and ministry.
Resources:
- Website: AngelsInTheArena.com
- Book: "Angels in the Arena"
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Remember to embrace your inner pearl, nourish yourself, and find balance in life. Stay
true to your authentic self and continue working on your personal growth.
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