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Episode Summary:
In this powerful episode, we follow one woman’s raw and redemptive journey through decades of mental illness, childhood trauma, sexual abuse, postpartum depression, stage 3 brain cancer, epilepsy, and a massive stroke. From the depths of despair to the heights of hope, she shares how Jesus carried her through the darkest valleys—and how a 75-mile bike ride became a lifeline of purpose and faith.

What You’ll Hear:

• Growing up in a chaotic, abusive home as the youngest of nine
• Battling depression as a child and teenager
• Finding hope through church, community, and movement
• Postpartum depression and the overwhelming pressure of motherhood
• A shocking brain cancer diagnosis and the mental spiral that followed
• How a charity bike ride gave her a reason to live
• Seizures, brain surgery, stroke—and the brutal road to recovery
• The healing power of adaptive sports, community, and worship
• A transparent look at PTSD, bipolar depression, and psychiatric care
• Why she still believes in God’s redemption after everything

Why This Story Matters:
This isn’t a neat Christian testimony. It’s messy, real, and full of both breakdowns and breakthroughs. If you’ve battled mental illness, faced overwhelming circumstances, or doubted God in your suffering—this episode is for you.

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