185| Deep Connection With Christ in Suffering, for Christian Women, With Laura Bratton

from Thriving in Christ | Professional Women, High Level Habits, Resilience, Burnout, Stress, Grief · host Dr. Ioana Popa | Psychiatrist Educator, Executive Coach, Speaker & Spiritual Care Formation

What do we do when a massive disease knocks at our door unexpectedly? When our life changes as a consequence, how do we still find God in the midst of suffering? Humanity has wrestled with these questions for centuries, and there are unending books to try to find the answers. But there is nothing like hearing the LIVED answers from someone who faced such a major traumatic event and moved through it with grit and gratitude. I had the honor of interviewing Laura Bratton, who faced the difficult reality at an early age that she would become blind. How did she transition to life without sight? What happened to her faith? What made her pursue a BA in psychology, a Master of Divinity, and author her book Harnessing Courage? What is she doing now in her vocation? We unpack all this in our Renewal Conversation, along with tips for you such as: ✨ The key elements to move through suffering from Laura's experience ✨ How to shift our mindset from struggling to empowerment and the use of gratitude ✨ A quick summary of the psycho-synthesis Map of Consciousness and how to avoid Spiritual By-pass ✨ Her favorite bible verse guiding her life is: "I can do all things through Christ, which strengthens me." Philippians 4:13 NKJV Sending you many blessings and prayers, Dr. Ioana Click PLAY to listen to the episode ▶️ Want to know more about Laura Bratton? Check out here:☀️ Her Website - https://www.laurabratton.com/☀️ Her Book - ‘Harnessing Courage: Overcoming Adversity with Grit & Gratitude’ https://www.amazon.com/Harnessing-Courage-Overcoming-Adversity-Gratitude/dp/1942557620 🌟 And if this episode and channel blesses you, leave us a FIVE STAR Review and DOWNLOAD the episodes you love, and SHARE IT with other Christian Women, as we don't know who might need this message today!   NEXT STEPS:- You carry so much for others but who supports you? Join Wake Up To Your Soul (WTS) and begin each day with clarity, peace, and Spirit-led presence. Click below to start with just 10 minutes a day. ➡️ https://www.teamforthesoul.com/wakeuptoyoursoul-begin - Find out more about our programs here ➡️ https://www.teamforthesoul.com/ - Join 'Thriving In Christ' newsletter to stay up to date with resources right in your inbox, for Christian Women Professionals & Servant Leaders. ➡️https://www.teamforthesoul.com/thriving-in-christ-sign-up DISCLAIMERS:The views and opinions expressed by our guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Team For The Soul® All information provided on this website is strictly for educational purposes and does not form a physician-patient or coach/consultant-client relationship. All information is provided as is and is used at your own risk. Please speak to your doctor, medical and mental health providers about any information you listen or read on this channel or related websites.

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