Karen Dittman On Faith, Family & Beating Life’s Biggest Trials

Sponsored by Chesapeake Podcast Network In this powerful episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, author and wellness advocate Karen Dittman shares her inspiring journey of faith, resilience, and overcoming life’s toughest challenges. From navigating adoption, anxiety, ADHD, autism, and addiction to discovering the power of grace and wellness, Karen opens up about her struggles and triumphs while raising her children and grandchild. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation on finding peace in chaos, trusting God through adversity, and embracing true healing—no matter what obstacles life throws your way. Guest: Karen Dittman Karen Dittman is an author, speaker, and wellness advocate dedicated to helping others navigate life’s toughest challenges through faith, grace, and holistic wellness. With over 25 years of experience, she has faced and overcome the five big A’s—adoption, anxiety, ADHD, autism, and addiction—while raising her children and stepping into the role of parenting a grandchild. She co-authored Thriving in Grace: Unleashing Wellness from a Biblical Perspective with her husband, Michael, offering a roadmap to not just surviving but truly thriving. Passionate about mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being, Karen empowers others to embrace transformation, find peace in chaos, and build a life of purpose. Main Topics: ·         Karen Dittman’s personal journey through faith, family struggles, and resilience ·         Overcoming the “five big A’s”: adoption, anxiety, ADHD, autism, and addiction ·         The power of grace and wellness in navigating life’s toughest challenges ·         Parenting a grandchild and balancing multiple roles as a mother and mentor ·         Finding peace in the midst of chaos through faith and spiritual wellness ·         The importance of community, connection, and support systems ·         How gratitude and mindset shifts can lead to transformation ·         The inspiration behind Karen’s book Thriving in Grace and its key takeaways ·         Practical strategies for maintaining wellness in difficult times ·         The impact of addiction on families and how to support loved ones through recovery Resources mentioned: Guest & Their WorkKaren Dittman – Author, Speaker, Wellness AdvocateWebsite: KarenADittman.comBooks: Thriving in Grace: Unleashing Wellness from a Biblical PerspectiveThe Fruit of Gratitude: Cultivate a Thankful Heart Through Awareness of God's GoodnessBringing Grace Home: A Bible Study Companion to Thriving in GraceTopics & Organizations MentionedOne Fit Wellness – Karen Dittman’s business focused on holistic wellnessChesapeake Podcast Network – Episode SponsorSend us Fan MailChesapeake Podcast NetworkCPN (Chesapeake Podcast Network) is a collection of podcasts that are somehow tied to the ChesapeakeDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTokSponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCastSubscribe by Email