78. Overcoming: What Scripture and Science Say About Resilience with Dr. Nicole Wilke

In this episode of ReStoried, we are in conversation with Dr. Nicole Wilke—a researcher, missionary, author, and therapist—about her new book Overcoming: What Scripture and Science Say About Resilience. Nicole has such a hopeful and practical perspective, especially for foster and adoptive parents or anyone caring for kids who’ve been through hard things.We discuss why it’s so important to look at trauma and resilience through both a biblical and scientific lens, how early adversity impacts kids differently, and what we can actually do to help build resilience in the children we love. Nicole also shares how faith plays a key role in healing and growth—not just for kids, but for us as caregivers too.Nicole leads global research efforts to improve care for vulnerable children and families. She’s been involved in everything from therapy to cross-cultural ministry to large-scale care reform. But what really stands out is her heart—and how much of this work is rooted in her own story of growing up in a family that fostered and adopted.This conversation is full of encouragement, wisdom, and real-life tools you can start using right away.Episode Highlights: Meet Dr. Nicole WilkeDr. Nicole Wilke’s books: Overcoming: What Scripture & Science Say About ResilienceCaleb Koala's Comeback Ride: A Journey to OvercomingTrauma Spiritual Warfare Resilience Building Relationships Find more on Guest:Purchase the book Overcoming: What Scripture & Science Say About ResiliencePurchase the book Caleb Koala's Comeback Ride: A Journey to OvercomingFollow Dr. Nicole Wilke on Instagram Find Dr. Nicole Wilke on LinkedIn Learn more about Dr. Nicole Wilke on the CAFO WebsiteCheck out the CAFO Summit 2025!Find More on Hope Bridge:More Details on our Care & Connect Support Group HERE!Visit Our Website Follow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook Foster Our Community Instagram This show has been produced by Adkins Media Co.Learn more about Hope for the Journey TBRI TrainingLearn more about Building Trauma-Informed Spaces with Kim Botto