Grow + Go | Overcoming the Decade of Despair with Guest Maria Dyck

In this episode of the Grow + Go podcast, I’m sitting down with Maria Dyck—writer, speaker, and all-around encourager—who’s passionate about biblical truth and helping women step into the freedom Christ offers. We dive into Maria’s journey through some major life transitions, including what she calls her decade of despair, and how those years reshaped her faith and deepened her understanding of God’s love. Maria shares about the power of community, the unshakable joy of the Lord, and her book, Ezer Kenegdo, where she unpacks the biblical meaning of being a help meet. This conversation is packed with wisdom, honesty, and a whole lot of encouragement about personal growth, healing, and what it really means to walk in our God-given identity.Key Links:Maria’s Book: Ezer Kenegdo | Website | Instagram Connect further with Em:⁠Substack⁠ | ⁠emtyler.com⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠[email protected]⁠ Interested in having Em come speak at your event? ⁠Book Em today! ⁠Keywords: faith, growth, healing, depression, joy, women, biblical truth, Ezer Kenegdo, Maria Dyck, podcastChapters00:00Introduction and Setting the Stage02:04Maria's Background and Connection with Em05:58Embracing New Seasons and Openness to Change13:24From Despair to Growth: Maria's Decade of Transformation16:29Dying to Ourselves: Finding True Life17:08The Role of Counselling in Healing and Growth17:46Embracing Challenges and Opportunities in Faith18:27The Analogy of Renovating a House20:47The Importance of Seeking Therapy and Counselling24:41Renewing the Mind with God's Word29:57Embracing Identity and Purpose in Christ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit emtyler.substack.com/subscribe