E60: I Had to D*e to Live: Overcoming Adversity and Embracing Change with Erica Denise

Summary In this episode, Dr. Mya interviews her sister Erica about her journey of transformation and discovering her true self. Erica shares that her transformation was not a one-time event but an ongoing process of growth and change. She talks about the importance of hearing feedback from others and being open to self-reflection. Erica also discusses the concept of dying to oneself in order to live for God and the challenges and rewards that come with it. She emphasizes the need for transparency and authenticity in one's spiritual journey. Overall, the conversation highlights the power of personal transformation and the role of faith in that process. In this conversation, Erica Denise shares her personal journey of transformation and growth after going through a divorce. She discusses the importance of recognizing the difference between blessings and promises in relationships and how she realized that her marriage was a blessing but not the promise God had for her. Erica emphasizes the significance of consulting God and seeking His purpose for our lives. She also highlights the power of transparency and the impact of sharing our stories to help others. Erica discovers her strength and gift of encouragement through her transformation and encourages others to trust the process and rely on God's timing. Takeaways Transformation is an ongoing process of growth and change. Feedback from others and self-reflection are important for personal growth. Dying to oneself is necessary to live for God and experience true transformation. Transparency and authenticity are key in one's spiritual journey. Personal transformation requires facing and addressing past traumas and insecurities. God's presence and guidance are essential in the process of transformation. Recognize the difference between blessings and promises in relationships. Consult God and seek His purpose for your life Be transparent and share your story to help others Discover your strengths and gifts through transformation Trust the process and rely on God's timing Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Topic Introduction 05:58 Dying to Live: Embracing Personal Growth and Change 26:34 Continued Growth and Peace in Different Seasons 38:35 Consulting God for His Purpose 50:26 The Power of Transparency and Sharing More HeyHannah Goodness:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to subscribe to our Email List  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect on Instagram: Heyhannahpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect on TikTok: Heyhannahpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect on Facebook:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HeyHannahpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website:⁠⁠ ⁠www.HeyHannahpodcast.com⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Connect on Youtube ⁠