Taking off the Mask

from Radiant Grace · host Rachel Koko

In this episode of the Radiant Grace Podcast, Rachel shares her personal journey of living with functional neurological disorder (FND) and the emotional struggles that accompany it. She discusses the importance of removing the metaphorical masks we wear to hide our true selves and the healing power of vulnerability and community support. Through her experiences, Rachel emphasizes the significance of faith, courage, and connection in overcoming shame and fear, ultimately encouraging listeners to embrace their brokenness and let God's light shine through their lives.

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Taking Off the Mask In this episode of the Radiant Grace Podcast, Rachel shares her personal journey of living with functional neurological disorder (FND) and the hidden emotional weight that often comes with chronic illness. She reflects on the masks we learn to wear to appear strong, capable, or unaffected—and the cost of carrying them alone. Through vulnerability, faith, and lived experience, Rachel explores how healing begins when we allow ourselves to be seen. This episode is an invitation to lay down shame, step into courage, and discover how God’s light can shine through even our broken places.

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