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HOPE BLVD

I was suddenly paralyzed and nobody knew why. Through honest storytelling, I share real-life experiences to encourage others through challenging seasons in life, and discuss ways to keep moving forward, even when life feels heavy. I'm grateful to report I am walking today (with a cane) and as determined as ever to thrive through life. I share life-changing moments, including some miracles, with a sincere and sometimes lighthearted spirit (laughter is good medicine). And I speak openly about my faith, sharing how God's Word is my moral compass.Hope Blvd is a journey of hope, faith, and determination. There is always hope. Always. Geri CarlsonGeriCarlson.com HopeBlvd.org 

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    Making a Mindset Shift - The Start of Something Good

    Thanks for listening! If you like what you hear, please give a thumbs up. And share!  :) The Goodness Of God CeCe Winans https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y81yIo1_3o8 Automatic negative thoughts (ANTs) Dr. Henry CloudClinical Psychologist & Author https://youtu.be/1OwV1rleITg?si=FR88AU79aSoClMts Scriptures: "...and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus."  (Philippians 4:7, NKJV)"We are destroying arguments and all arrogance raised against the knowledge of God, and we are taking every thought captive to the obedience of Christ,..."  (2 Corinthians 5:10, NASB)."...Weeping may endure for a night,But joy comes in the morning."  (Psalm 30:5, NKJV) Support the showhttps://HopeBlvd.org - Podcast episodes and more.https://GeriCarlson.com - Geri's story, About her, the services she provides, and more. To inquire about Geri's counseling or coaching services, go to the Contact page and leave her a message. There is also info on the Counseling page. https://Porphyria.org - My type is Variegate Porphyria (VP), a subtype of Acute Hepatic Porphyria (AHP). I am an ambassador (advocate) for The United Porphyria Association. I also serve on the UPA's President's Council board. - Kristen Wheeden, president of UPA 

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    The Key to Perseverance

    There is always hope. Always.Persevering through near death and paralysis, preparing my mind for lengthy hospital stays and pain and suffering was vitally important.Also, my dying orchid seemed to have some strong determination of its own. And my beautiful friend helped me and my orchid move forward.Talk to God. Matthew 7:7  “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you."Episode 02 Support the showhttps://HopeBlvd.org - Podcast episodes and more.https://GeriCarlson.com - Geri's story, About her, the services she provides, and more. To inquire about Geri's counseling or coaching services, go to the Contact page and leave her a message. There is also info on the Counseling page. https://Porphyria.org - My type is Variegate Porphyria (VP), a subtype of Acute Hepatic Porphyria (AHP). I am an ambassador (advocate) for The United Porphyria Association. I also serve on the UPA's President's Council board. - Kristen Wheeden, president of UPA 

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    Journey of Hope, Faith, and Determination (Ep01)

    I suddenly became paralyzed from the neck down and nobody knew why. I spent 8 months in the hospital. I was a medical mystery. After exhaustive research from a tertiary hospital, I learned I have a genetic rare blood disorder called Porphyria. My type is called Variegate Porphyria, a form of Acute Hepatic Porphyria. Symptoms during an attack for me begin with excruciating abdominal pain, neurological issues and nausea.I had one setback after another. I was admitted to ICU multiple times, with near-death experiences. I was told there was no hope. My family was told to prepare to say goodbye to me. I couldn't be more grateful for them and their unyielding love and support! They were finally able to bring me home.I was paralyzed for nearly a year and had to relearn everything all over again. I still have some residual issues, but I remain determined.Life is hard for all of us sometimes. As my journey unfolds, I'm sharing my story, discussing how I continued to persevere, and to show that there is always hope.Support the showhttps://HopeBlvd.org - Podcast episodes and more.https://GeriCarlson.com - Geri's story, About her, the services she provides, and more. To inquire about Geri's counseling or coaching services, go to the Contact page and leave her a message. There is also info on the Counseling page. https://Porphyria.org - My type is Variegate Porphyria (VP), a subtype of Acute Hepatic Porphyria (AHP). I am an ambassador (advocate) for The United Porphyria Association. I also serve on the UPA's President's Council board. - Kristen Wheeden, president of UPA 

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

I was suddenly paralyzed and nobody knew why. Through honest storytelling, I share real-life experiences to encourage others through challenging seasons in life, and discuss ways to keep moving forward, even when life feels heavy. I'm grateful to report I am walking today (with a cane) and as determined as ever to thrive through life. I share life-changing moments, including some miracles, with a sincere and sometimes lighthearted spirit (laughter is good medicine). And I speak openly about my faith, sharing how God's Word is my moral compass.Hope Blvd is a journey of hope, faith, and determination. There is always hope. Always. Geri CarlsonGeriCarlson.com HopeBlvd.org

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Geri Carlson

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