The Echo and Encourage Podcast
Hey, welcome to The Echo and Encourage Podcast. I’m your host Hannah Abbott and am honored to have you here! This is the place where we talk about things that echo eternity and encourage everyone. Whether you're looking for powerful strategies to grow on your personal journey or the best tips to flourish in every area of your life, you’re in the right spot. Let’s dive into this episode!
Episodes
In this episode we dive into what happens when life suddenly halts, your mind feels like it’s slipping away, and doctors can’t explain what’s wrong? In this moving episode of the Echo and Encourage Podcast, Hannah Abbott sits down with Christy Bradford, a dancer, storyteller, and survivor of a rare brain infection that nearly stole her ability to think, speak, and walk. Learn about limbic encephalitis, and the long, humbling road o...
In this episode, Hannah Abbott shares her personal journey of faith, healing, and the transformative power of the Holy Spirit as a guest speaker at a church in California. She discusses relatable struggles, cultural experiences from her time in Hawaii, and the divine guidance she received throughout her life.
-Learn about what a traumatic brain injury survivor may go through.
-Find out about what becoming a speech-language patholog...
In this episode, Hannah Abbott shares her personal journey and insights on the importance of having a vision for life. She discusses the significance of creating a vision board, the power of snuggling up to God's splendor instead of striving, having a word for the year, and the role of fasting and prayer in achieving one's goals. Throughout the conversation, Hannah encourages listeners to fill their minds with positive and motivati...
In this episode, Hannah Abbott speaks with Jennie Milton from Australia. She's affectionately known as Adrena-Jen because of her life history of Adrenaline sports. As well as being an extreme sports athlete, she has been an entrepreneur for over 30 years in the ski and kite and travel industry both in Australia and now the USA. Jennie shares her experiences with overcoming fears and the impact of family diagnoses on her life and wh...
In this episode of the Echo and Encourage Podcast, host Hannah Abbott speaks with Dr. Linda Jackson, DNP, PMHNP, FNP, a psychiatric nurse practitioner and educator. Dr. Jackson shares her inspiring journey in the nursing field, wisdom with mental health disorders, and the importance of faith in treatment. Additionally, Dr. Jackson talks about her role as a co-author of a book that highlights immigrant experiences and the importance...
In this episode of the Echo and Encourage Podcast, Pastor John Abbott explores the nature of God and our relationship with Him. He discusses how our perceptions of God can affect our desire to spend time with Him, emphasizing that God is not a demanding figure but one who delights in His worshipers. Through the story of the Samaritan woman, he illustrates the shift from a non-relational religion to a genuine relationship with God. ...
In this episode of the Echo and Encourage podcast, host Hannah Abbott speaks with Kelli Chu, a trauma-informed certified coach and limb difference advocate. Kelli shares her powerful journey of overcoming trauma from a severe car accident that left her with permanent injuries. She discusses her path to becoming a coach, the importance of community and advocacy, and how gratitude has played a crucial role in her healing process. The...
In this episode of the Stuck No More podcast, Teresa Croft and Hannah Abbott delve into the often-taboo topic of divorce and emotional abuse. They discuss the importance of recognizing unhealthy relationship patterns, the significance of having a support system, and the journey towards healing and finding one's voice. Through personal stories and insights, they emphasize the need for community, the power of biblical principles, and...
In this engaging conversation, Hannah Abbott interviews Sidney Williams, a seasoned dancer and choreographer, about his journey in dance, the positive impact of hip hop, and the importance of self-expression through movement. Sidney shares his experiences with various dance styles, the role of faith in his life, and how dance can serve as a powerful tool for healing and community engagement. The discussion emphasizes the significan...
In this heartfelt conversation, Hannah Abbott, host of The Echo and Encourage Podcast shares her personal experiences and reflections on Valentine's Day, emphasizing the importance of God's love and presence in our lives. She narrates a story from a retreat where she felt guided by the Holy Spirit to dress up for Valentine's Day, leading to a meaningful exchange with a friend. Throughout the conversation, Hannah encourages listener...
In this episode of the Echo and Encourage podcast, host Hannah Abbott engages with Nico Wilson, Cici, Patrick Lim, and Amy Grigore as they explore the transformative journey of dance. They discuss how dance fosters personal growth, the importance of community, and the nuances of dance etiquette. The conversation highlights the healing power of dance, the joy it brings, and encourages newcomers to embrace the dance community with op...
In this episode of the Echo and Encourage podcast, host Hannah Abbott, MS CCC-SLP interviews Gabriella Gizzo, MS CCC-SLP TSSLD, a speech therapist and children's author. Gabriella shares her journey into speech language pathology, her experiences working with diverse populations, and her innovative approaches to therapy. She discusses her book, 'Sophie's Special Story,' which targets specific speech sounds and emphasizes the import...
In this solo episode, I’m opening up about a season of big life changes—moving to a new location, finalizing my divorce, becoming a first-time camper homeowner, and navigating situational depression. It hasn’t been easy, but I’m sharing how I’ve worked through these challenges and found joy, gratitude, and growth along the way.
I’ll take you through the strategies that helped me, like journaling with a heart of gratitude, leaning in...
Christopher Banks has his doctorate in Politics from Oxford University. Masters at Columbia University in International Affairs and Honors BA from Brown University in International Affairs.
(0:00) - Introduction
(1:12) - Biblical and Historical Evidence
(5:26) - Ezekiel 38: Spiritual Israel and European Colonization
(13:36) - The Latter Years and European Colonization
(20:06) - The Economic Aspect of European Colonization
(26:18) -...
(0:21) - Number One
(1:09) - Number Two
(2:43) - Number Three
(4:34) - Number Four
(5:40) - Number Five
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Akshay received his Doctor of Dental Surgery and Masters of Public Health at Harvard University. He became a Medical Doctor at University of California San Francisco. He is a Fellows of the American College of Surgeons.
Akshay’s fellowship was in Craniomaxillofacial and Trauma Surgery at Legacy Emanuel Medical Center in Portland, Oregon. In his free time, he enjoys playing music, cooking, and spending time with his wife and two ch...
Connor O'Hare is a 6th grade teacher at an elementary school. He received his multiple subject credentials from Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo, CA. He also has a bachelors in business administration from Cal Poly. Connor is interested in being active, exercising, singing, writing music, reading, and playing golf and baseball. He also coached baseball at Cal Poly for the 2016 season and coached for the SLO Blues Baseball in the Summer ...
Patricia Diaz is a business owner of a Christ centered dance studio. She is also a founder/president of a non profit organization in which both organizations are meant to share God's love through the work they do.
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In this episode Hannah speaks with Brian Lee! He is a pastor, coach, and speaker who, after leaving vocational ministry in 2021, now focuses on aiding survivors of spiritual abuse.
In 2023, he founded Broken to Beloved, a nonprofit in Richmond, VA, offering support through events and resources while also promoting trauma awareness among church leaders. Brian enjoys family outings and is a coffee enthusiast.
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In this episode Hannah speaks with Pastor John Abbott! We learn about his early ministry experiences and dealing with abuse in the church and how God offers healing.
CONNECT WITH PASTOR JOHN:
Gmail: jnabbott7@gmail.com
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YouTube: www.youtube.com/@Goopicious
(0:00) - Introducing Pastor John Abbott
(4:12) - Dealing with Spiritual and Emotional Abuse
(13:52) - The...
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