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EPISODE · Jan 9, 2026 · 39 MIN

I Had It All… But Still Left | Cyrene Tionko

from Talk With A Courageous Heart · host Andrew Bothalage

What do you do when life feels comfortable — the career is secure, the future looks set — but your heart is being pulled somewhere else?In this episode of Talk With a Courageous Heart, Andrew sits down with Cyrene Tionko, who shares his journey of walking away from a successful career to follow a deeper calling rooted in faith, purpose, and service to young people.This conversation explores:• Choosing purpose over comfort• Listening when God calls• Faith the size of a mustard seed• Legacy, mentorship, and youth• What it really costs to say “yes”Talk With a Courageous Heart is a podcast about real people, real stories, and the courage it takes to live with intention.📍 Recorded in Christchurch, New Zealand☕ Special thanks to Pettah Street Café & Dine for the beautiful space📲 Follow Talk With a Courageous HeartTikTok ➜ https://www.tiktok.com/@talkwithacourageousheartInstagram ➜ https://www.instagram.com/talkwithacourageousheartFacebook ➜ https://www.facebook.com/share/1BbtFzYp5k/?mibextid=wwXIfrBe safe. Be courageous.

What do you do when life feels comfortable — the career is secure, the future looks set — but your heart is being pulled somewhere else?In this episode of Talk With a Courageous Heart, Andrew sits down with Cyrene Tionko, who shares his journey of walking away from a successful career to follow a deeper calling rooted in faith, purpose, and service to young people.This conversation explores:• Choosing purpose over comfort• Listening when God calls• Faith the size of a mustard seed• Legacy, mentorship, and youth• What it really costs to say “yes”Talk With a Courageous Heart is a podcast about real people, real stories, and the courage it takes to live with intention.📍 Recorded in Christchurch, New Zealand☕ Special thanks to Pettah Street Café & Dine for the beautiful space📲 Follow Talk With a Courageous HeartTikTok ➜ https://www.tiktok.com/@talkwithacourageousheartInstagram ➜ https://www.instagram.com/talkwithacourageousheartFacebook ➜ https://www.facebook.com/share/1BbtFzYp5k/?mibextid=wwXIfrBe safe. Be courageous.

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