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Episode Summary:
In this powerful episode, we follow one womanâs raw and redemptive journey through decades of mental illness, childhood trauma, sexual abuse, postpartum depression, stage 3 brain cancer, epilepsy, and a massive stroke. From the depths of despair to the heights of hope, she shares how Jesus carried her through the darkest valleysâand how a 75-mile bike ride became a lifeline of purpose and faith.
What Youâll Hear:
- Growing up in a chaotic, abusive home as the youngest of nine
- Battling depression as a child and teenager
- Finding hope through church, community, and movement
- Postpartum depression and the overwhelming pressure of motherhood
- A shocking brain cancer diagnosis and the mental spiral that followed
- How a charity bike ride gave her a reason to live
- Seizures, brain surgery, strokeâand the brutal road to recovery
- The healing power of adaptive sports, community, and worship
- A transparent look at PTSD, bipolar depression, and psychiatric care
- Why she still believes in Godâs redemption after everything
Why This Story Matters:
This isnât a neat Christian testimony. Itâs messy, real, and full of both breakdowns and breakthroughs. If youâve battled mental illness, faced overwhelming circumstances, or doubted God in your sufferingâthis episode is for you.
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