What happens when your deepest crisis becomes your greatest spiritual awakening?

In this powerful conversation, Siobhan Shaw shares a profound, life-altering testimony about her journey through a stage 4 cancer diagnosis. She reveals how this crisis led her into a life of unmistakable divine whispers and supernatural direction that guided her medical and life choices. Siobhan discusses the simple, yet radical, truth that transformed her: when God asks you to rewrite your story, you must pick up the pen.

This episode is a raw, beautiful look at what it means to live in a constant state of God's grace and direction. Learn how to stop being the sole author of your suffering and start living as a true Co-Creator with God, moving from fear and pain to a life of powerful, purposeful action. Tune in to realize that your life can be a testament to His active presence. Join us as Siobhan reveals what it truly means to create your new life with God as your co-creator

Topics covered: Finding God in Nature, Surviving Cancer, Faith in Suffering, Cancer Bites Podcast, Divine Downloads, Transform Pain into Purpose, Prayer Circle, God Co-Creator, Rewrite Your Story, Divine Downloads, Supernatural Life, Spiritual Awakening, God's Grace, Faith Testimony, Divine Guidance, Cancer and Faith, Siobhan Shaw, Spiritual Transformation, Purpose in Pain, Crisis to Calling, Divine Whispers, Spiritual Awakening.

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Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast. We are not responsible for any actions taken based on the information provided.

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Find Siobhan Shaw, (Creator & Co-Host, Cancer Bites Podcast) here: https://www.youtube.com/@growingtogive

Grief isn't always about loss of life—it can be about the loss of the life you imagined. In this powerful episode, we sit down with Katy Parker, a trauma-informed grief and loss coach and the compassionate force behind the Journeyofsmiley blog.

Katy opens up about her personal journey as a trauma survivor and chronic pain warrior, explaining why many of us don't even realize we are carrying invisible grief. She defines this unacknowledged pain—the loss of health, innocence, safety, or time—and how it quietly controls our lives.

You'll learn the vital first step to healing: admitting the grief is there and giving voice to the pain. Katy shares her faith-grounded approach to moving forward with purpose and peace, empowering you to reclaim your narrative even when life hasn't turned out as planned.

In this episode, you will discover:

• What invisible grief is and why it's so common in a grief-illiterate world.
• The practical keys to naming your pain and expressing what you've lost.
• Katy's faith-based strategy for finding hope and meaning beyond survival.

Don't let unacknowledged loss hold you back. Tune in to learn how to heal and move forward. (Don't forget to check out Katy's free resource, the 7 Keys To Self-Healing, A Trauma Survivor's Guide—link in the show notes!)

Topics covered: Invisible Grief, Unacknowledged Grief, Ambiguous Loss, Grief Coach, Grief Recovery, Trauma Survivor, Chronic Pain Warrior, PTSD Solutions, Mental Health Mentor, Healing Trauma, Reclaim Your Voice, Finding Purpose, Self-Healing, Expressing Pain, Moving ForwardFaith/GeneralFaith and Healing, Christian Grief, Resilience, Well-being

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Here's the powerful truth: The joy and clarity you just received are not meant to stay with you—they are meant to be shared.

Thank you for investing your valuable time with us today. You've just engaged with a life-changing concept! Because we respect your journey, every episode of Create with Franz delivers a clear Issue, a practical Solution, and immediate, usable Tips. This actionable framework is your guide to creating real change.

If this framework spoke to your soul, you know that sharing doesn't just spread a message; it changes a life.

Your actions create your brilliant future.

When you share this episode, you become the messenger that connects someone to this life-changing framework and empowers them to Create their own brilliant future. That single share is enough to change a life.

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Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast. We are not responsible for any actions taken based on the information provided.

What does it take to turn a life of struggle into one of purpose? In this episode, we have a heart-to-heart with Caroline Gutierrez, a rising nursing student whose journey is a powerful testament to the healing power of faith. From overcoming ADHD and substance abuse to discovering her true calling, Caroline shares how her Catholic faith provided a foundation for sobriety and a path toward serving others. We'll explore her transformative experience volunteering with the Christian non-profit Mercy Ships in Madagascar, and how her time on a hospital ship brought her personal story of resilience full circle.

Join us as we hear how Caroline's faith-driven commitment to service is now shaping her into a compassionate healthcare leader, and how her story can inspire us all to find purpose in our own challenges.

Topics covered: faith and recovery, Christian testimony, sobriety and faith, Mercy Ships volunteer, nursing student, ADHD and faith, Christian non-profit, service and purpose, global health, faith journey, overcome alcoholism, power of faith, how can God help me, can God help with addiction

🚀 The path to Your brilliant future starts here.

Here's the powerful truth: The joy and clarity you just received are not meant to stay with you—they are meant to be shared.

Thank you for investing your valuable time with us today. You've just engaged with a life-changing concept! Because we respect your journey, every episode of Create with Franz delivers a clear Issue, a practical Solution, and immediate, usable Tips. This actionable framework is your guide to creating real change.

If this framework spoke to your soul, you know that sharing doesn't just spread a message; it changes a life.

Your actions create your brilliant future.

When you share this episode, you become the messenger that connects someone to this life-changing framework and empowers them to Create their own brilliant future. That single share is enough to change a life.

Will you choose to be the light today? It only takes a second:

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Thank you for being the reason this message reaches the world. God bless you!

Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast. We are not responsible for any actions taken based on the information provided.

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Find out about MercyShips here: https://www.mercyships.org/

In this episode, we're joined by Tom Dahlborg, a seasoned healthcare leader, author, and mental health advocate. Drawing from his extensive experience and his family's personal journey with a suicide attempt, Tom shares his unique, faith-centered approach to addressing bullying and childhood trauma. The conversation will focus on understanding the root causes and consequences of bullying (including Adverse Childhood Experiences, or ACEs), and then explore actionable, love-centered strategies for healing.

Tom will introduce his core principles of "love in action," "heart-and-mind communication," and the "Inspired Sacred Intermissa" prayer practice. The episode will conclude with tangible, daily tips for listeners to become a positive force in their own lives and communities, highlighting key takeaways from his award-winning books, The Big Kid and Basketball and the forthcoming series, The Light.

Topics covered: Christian mental health, suicide attempt recovery, Adverse Childhood Experiences, faith and mental health, healing from trauma, Christian parenting, love-centered care, heart and mind communication, What to do if you are being bullied, How to stop bullying, Cyberbullying help, Bullying in school, Bullying at work, Signs of bullying, Suicide warning signs, How to help a suicidal friend, How to talk to someone about suicide, How to help my bullied child, My child is a bully, Parent's guide to bullying, Bullying and mental health, Effects of bullying, Childhood trauma, Suicide after bullying, Suicide prevention resources.

Find Tom here: https://dahlborghlg.com/

and his book: https://amzn.to/48ClNrA

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Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast. We are not responsible for any actions taken based on the information provided.

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Why Self-Care Is a Revolutionary Act

In a world that seems to want us sick and tired, how can we heal from the pressure, trauma and tiredness affliction millions? In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Joi Lewis, a leading voice for healing justice, author, and CEO of Joi Unlimited. Dr. Joi shares her revolutionary approach to reclaiming joy and peace through radical self-care—not as an indulgence, but as a deeply spiritual act of self-preservation.

You will learn that just as trauma is passed down through generations, so is our ancestral resilience. Dr. Joi reveals how to tap into this powerful well of strength and wisdom using her unique Orange Method, which integrates neuroscience, faith, music, breathing, and dance. Discover practical, often overlooked but powerful steps to find calm in chaos and build a powerful faith in your own capacity to heal. It is possible to find peace and reconnect with ourselves and those around us.

Topics covered: self-care, healing justice, trauma, ancestral healing, finding peace, self-preservation, exhausted all the time, why am I so tired, feeling run down, mental and physical exhaustion, feeling trapped in life, how to overcome feeling of oppression, feeling stuck in a rut, hopelessness symptoms, how to find peace when you feel oppressed. Christian perspective on exhaustion, biblical rest for tired souls, spiritual healing practices, faith and mental health, overcoming weariness, surrender to God's will, Christian self-care, finding purpose when you're tired.

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Youtube: https://youtu.be/ziYL2W-04D4

In a world that celebrates hustle and overwork, many Christians are exhausted, feeling like they're constantly running on empty trying to be perfect. In this episode, we're joined by Valerie Adjorlolo, a nurse and a champion for Christian femininity, who is on a mission to redefine rest. Valerie shares with us her personal journey from a culture of burnout and overwork to a life of spiritual freedom.

By exploring biblical foundations from Genesis to the story of Elijah, she reveals why rest is not a reward for a job well done, but a sacred invitation from God to release control. You will learn practical and tangible tips for finding physical, mental, and spiritual rest in a 24/7 world. Get ready to challenge your mindset, embrace your God-given design, and discover that rest isn't lazy—it's the foundation for everything. A quote from the Bible: Be STILL and know that I am God (Psalm 46:10)

Topics covered:

Christian rest, biblical rest, Christian productivity, Christian femininity, overcoming burnout, work-life balance, rest and faith, Christian women's content, spiritual freedom, surrender to God, Christian living, over-worked nurse, feel guilty when resting.

Want to dig a bit deeper? Here is the Biblical Foundation of Rest.

Genesis 2: God rested on the 7th day—not because He needed to, but to model rest
Exodus: God invites Israel to stop and rest in Him
Rest as both physical and spiritual—an invitation to return to the Lord

Biblical Story of Elijah (1 Kings 19)
Matthew 11:28 – Come to me, I will give you rest

Scriptures for Encouragement

Psalm 4:8 – "In peace, I will lie down and sleep…"
Psalm 3:5 – "I lie down and sleep; I wake again…"
Matthew 6:34 – "Don't worry about tomorrow…"
Matthew 11:28 – "Come to me, all who are weary…"

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Valerie has also created a brand of feminine clothes to enhance the particular beauty of women with slow fashion and well constructed clothes. Find her boutique here: https://tianabayboutiques.com

Watch this episode on video: https://youtu.be/DglNa5RxOO8

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