Episode 24 - Surviving Suffering: An Interview with Hadassah on Faith, Loss, and Healing

In this enlightening conversation, the host interviews Hadassah, a devout Christian writer, poet and translator from Bulgaria. Hadassah shares her personal journey of spiritual healing amidst struggles and painful experiences, from battling depression and suicidal thoughts during her teenage years in a communist Bulgaria to losing her husband and returning to her home country in 2020. She discusses the transformative power of pain, how it can lead to spiritual growth and mental resilience if surrendered to God. Hadassah touches on her experiences with disillusionment in faith, anxiety, and grief, emphasizing the importance of drawing nearer to God in times of suffering. She also introduces her upcoming book 'Draw Near', which aims to help readers find purpose and meaning in their suffering. 00:07 Introduction and Welcome 00:18 Meet the Guest: Hadassah's Background and Journey 03:04 Hadassah's Spiritual Awakening and Transformation 05:59 Hadassah's Love Story and Marriage 07:42 Facing Infertility and Anxiety 09:06 Hadassah's Journey to Emotional and Mental Healing 15:46 The Unexpected Loss of Hadassah's Husband 16:38 Hadassah's Return to Bulgaria and New Beginnings 27:09 Hadassah's Book: Draw Near 33:46 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Connect with Hadassah: Blog: https://onthewaybg.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/onthewaybgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/hadassahtreuSubscribe to Her Newsletter: https://subscribepage.io/joinmycommunityBuy Her Book: https://a.co/d/gWfmBE3, https://www.callapresspublishing.com/shoppe/p/draw-near-how-painful-experiences-become-the-birthplace-of-blessings-by-hadassah-treu Blog: onthewaybg.com Buy Her Book