Is experiencing or expressing joy in the midst of great loss and grief a betrayal? A sign of denial? An unhealthy coping mechanism?

Author and speaker Michelle Ruddell knows joy and sorrow not only can co-exist but must if loss and grief aren't allowed to turn into bitterness. Losing her five-year-old son in a car accident while 12 weeks pregnant with her daughter, Michelle rejected the debilitating words spoken to her. Instead, she determined with God's help to not become a broken and bitter person.

In Part 1 of our conversation, Michelle shares her journey of facing her "new normal," with candor. She gives practical wisdom for the person in the midst of loss, grief, and suffering and for those who want to help. Whether it's "Don't say this" or "Do this," Michelle speaks with a rare blend of authority and tenderness.

You'll want more than one copy of Michelle's book, Welcome to the Club -- I'm Sorry You're Here. This is a great resource to keep on hand for when someone else's world comes crashing down.

Invite Michelle to speak! Your audience will absolutely come away hope-filled!

https://michelleruddell.com/

https://www.amazon.com/Welcome-Club-Im-Sorry-Youre-Here/dp/1795239204/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0

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Ever had somebody drop TMI (too much information!) on you when you weren't expecting it? Not fun!

While much of the world has unlimited information available at one's fingertips, TMI can be a serious problem. A warning in 2 Timothy clues us in, and we look at four specific dangers in today's episode:

1. Distraction
2. Diversion
3. Deterrent
4. Disguise

While God desires us to be people of knowledge and wisdom, this doesn't automatically mean we will be people who know or follow the truth. Learn how these four dangers are ever present and how to avoid them without going to the other extreme of TLI -- too little information!

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If you don't want to live ruled by fear, anxiety, or insecurity, you're going to have to fight. Each person's battles are specific and unique and may change over time. But not fighting won't keep you safe; it will only keep you hidden and ineffective.

Kim Hardy shares how we can fight , not alone, but with God on our side! Kim uses her own journey to teach women and youth how aligning our thoughts with God's truth is key to transformation and this opens the door to hope.

Kim speaks about practical steps on taking control of one's thoughts to powerful reminders about not allowing the good in life to be a replacement for anchoring one's identity in Christ.

Order Kim's book, Fighting My Battles With God On My Side, and visit with her about speaking engagements, especially for teens!

Connect with Kim at:

Website: https://www.sunflowersofhope.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hardykim82

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hardyk82/

Email: info@sunflowersofhope.com.

Amazon book link:

https://www.amazon.com/Fighting-My-Battles-God-Side/dp/1951350979/ref=sr_1_1?sr=8-1

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