Best Adoptive Parents Of Color Podcasts (2024)

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Women, Careers & Parenting: Keeping the conversations uninterrupted 28:22

1M ago28:22

28:22

Join us in this special season finale episode of Career Uninterrupted as host, Lochan Narayanan and Roshni Baronia, Founder Done For You Podcasts, reflect on the highlights and journey through this incredible season. They go behind the scenes of the making of this podcast season, the accomplishments and nuanced conversations that were touched upon …

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Thriving Through Menopause and Motherhood: Challenges and Self-Care Strategies 25:16

2M ago25:16

25:16

How do menopause and parenting intersect, and what can we do to manage this double whammy of physical and emotional challenges? Lochan Narayanan gets talking with our expert for the day, Dorris Dsilva to explore the complex dynamics between late pregnancies and menopause. We shed light on the myth of perfect parenting and underscore the significanc…

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Second Innings: Impacts of Menopause on Women’s Wellbeing and Work 27:55

2M ago27:55

27:55

A critical part of women’s health journey that massively impacts her life and career decisions is menopause. As we have talked a lot about motherhood a lot on this podcast, it's time we address the issues of perimenopause, menopause and postmenopause which also hugely influence a woman’s career decisions. We are having this valuable conversation wi…

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Shattering Stereotypes: Two Unstoppable Women on Motherhood through Adoption 41:57

2M ago41:57

41:57

Can single adoptive mothers really balance demanding careers and motherhood? Join us as we uncover the strategies and insights shared by two incredible women, Hita and Raji, who juggles professional and parental roles with remarkable finesse as adoptive mothers. Open dialogue about adoption is essential for challenge the stigmas surrounding adoptio…

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Breaking Barriers: The Journey of Single Adoptive Mothers in India 42:47

2M ago42:47

42:47

Imagine waking up every day to a world where societal norms try to box you in, yet you still find the courage to break free and follow your heart. That's exactly what Hita and Raji have done as single adoptive mothers in India. Join us on Career Uninterrupted as we share the compelling stories of these two trailblazing women, highlighting their mot…

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Modern Dad: Evolving Identity of Fathers in Co-Parenting 29:20

3M ago29:20

29:20

Apoorv and Ravi continue to share with us their personal triumphs and trials as working dads in supportive and nurturing work environments where being a working parent isn't a hindrance but a celebrated aspect of life. They underscore the necessity of shedding guilt over non-conventional work routines and the transformative effects of men advocatin…

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Redefining Fatherhood: Exploring the Modern Landscape of Dad Duties 29:08

3M ago29:08

29:08

Join our conversation with two dedicated working dads as they share their unique stories, reflecting on the balance between their professional lives and the nurturing role they play at home. Listen in as Apoorv recounts his career pivot story, move to Goa, and how he weaves his travel into the fabric of his family's life. On the other hand, Ravi of…

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Delicate Decisions: Entering Motherhood and Re-entering Workforce 23:30

3M ago23:30

23:30

We are continuing our conversation with two incredible professionals, Druthi Polisetty and Divya Janardhana, who are still thinking about becoming a mother while evaluating the trade-offs they have to make on their career front. What will be these trade-offs? Are there any assumptions organizations are making regarding what a new mom needs? Can the…

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Contemplating Motherhood: The Tightrope Walk of Becoming Mother and Career Goals 27:36

3M ago27:36

27:36

Motherhood and Career: a duo that prompts endless apprehensions, anxieties, confusions, and hope. This episode peels back the curtain on the nuanced reality of gender dynamics in the workplace, especially through the transformative stages of marriage and motherhood. The candid conversation with our Druthi Polisetty and Divya Janardhana delves into …

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Support Systems : Untold Struggle of Postpartum Life and Community Roles 27:49

4M ago27:49

27:49

When the joy of childbirth intertwines with the silent struggle of postpartum depression, the journey of motherhood takes on a complex hue. Every mother's experience is unique, but many share the unspoken challenges that come with the arrival of a new baby. Our continued conversation with mental health experts Dr. Sindhu Upadhyay & Dr. Satyen Sharm…

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Contemporary Family Structures: New Frontier of Balancing Act and Gender Equality 27:27

4M ago27:27

27:27

As we continue our conversation with mental health experts Dr. Sindhu Upadhyay & Dr. Satyen Sharma, we unpack the ever-changing terrain of modern parenting roles, where societal norms and biological realities intertwine in complex ways. Listen in as we discuss the importance of gender-neutral parenting and the impact it has on everyone in the famil…

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Modern Parenting: Breaking down the 'Superwoman' Myth 30:28

4M ago30:28

30:28

Ever grappled with the paradox of being a working parent, particularly a mother, who is barely managing to juggle the high-wire act of career and family and is yet called a ‘superwoman’? Join your host Lochan Narayanan in this loaded conversation with mental health experts Dr. Sindhu Upadhyay & Dr. Satyen Sharma as they discuss the societal superwo…

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E27: Sankofa Episode - Year in Review 1:14:38

4M ago1:14:38

1:14:38

This episode is chock full of goodness and light! SooJin and Hannah are joined by Hannah’s 8-and-a-half-year-old son (Anthony) for the first part of the episode. He shares what racism is, what we can do to stop it, and what has been helpful for him so far in learning about racism and antiracism. After saying goodbye to Anthony, SooJin and Hannah re…

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E26: What White People Are Doing with Laura Holsen (Part 4 of 4) 57:24

4M ago57:24

57:24

SooJin and Hannah round out this 4-part series by talking with Hannah’s cousin, Laura Holsen. Laura reflects on how she used to notice interracial couples and wonder what that experience must be like. Then she fell in love with and married someone from a different racial background! Laura’s relationship with her spouse, Sunny, has greatly shifted h…

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E25: What White People Are Doing with Margaret Gerstle (Part 3 of 4) 42:05

4M ago42:05

42:05

SooJin and Hannah sit down with Margaret Gerstle (Hannah’s 63-year-old aunt!) for this brave episode. Margaret shares how her commitment to redistributing wealth has helped her to better understand the true needs of her community, to learn new tools for addressing racism, to expand her network of friends, and to strengthen her overall sense of self…

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E24: What White People Are Doing with Delia McGrath (Part 2 of 4) 1:00:42

4M ago1:00:42

1:00:42

SooJin and Hannah sit down with Delia McGrath (Hannah’s 83-year-old aunt!) for this sweeping episode. Delia was born in 1939 at the outbreak of World War II. She was raised in a large family of 14 children, attended segregated schools, married a Filipino man, and raised two biracial daughters who now have their own children (Delia’s four beautiful …

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E23: What White People Are Doing with Hannah Carney (Part 1 of 4) 1:11:39

4M ago1:11:39

1:11:39

SooJin and Hannah mix it up in this episode - featuring co-host, Hannah Carney - to launch a four-part series on What White People Are Doing. This series is in response to a question posed by previous guest Marjorie Grevious (from Episode 19). Hannah opens the conversation by sharing personal stories, grappling out loud with some of the nuance that…

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E22: The Story of Black Lives Matter with Veronica Chambers 1:07:37

4M ago1:07:37

1:07:37

SooJin and Hannah sit down with prolific author and editor Veronica Chambers of the New York Times to discuss her recent book entitled Call and Response: The Story of Black Lives Matter. This conversation is epic, exploring the history of the BLM movement and how we can all play a part in moving the ball forward a little bit. Veronica poses thought…

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E21: Building Cross-Racial Friendships with Sharon White and Kate Towle 1:14:26

4M ago1:14:26

1:14:26

In this episode, SooJin and Hannah bring in former guest Kate Towle (Episode 3) and her long-time friend Sharon White to talk about building relationships across difference. We learn how Sharon and Kate were raised by parents who modeled the practice of cultivating interracial friendships, and how that translated into their own lives. As they refle…

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E20: Learning from Children with Amira Mann Hill and Miranda Del Toro 56:55

4M ago56:55

56:55

This episode is sure to lift your spirits! Hannah is back - she and SooJin are enlightened by Miranda (daughter of Emilia Gonzalez Avalos from Episode 4) and Amira (daughter of Laura and Daren Hill from Episode 10). Every word oozes with wisdom and brilliance. With the help of these two girls, we learn how to open our hearts wider, how to be more c…

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E19: Addressing Toxic Masculinity with Marjorie Grevious 1:13:03

4M ago1:13:03

1:13:03

In this episode, SooJin brings in spiritual wellness consultant and restorative yoga teacher Marjorie Grevious to share the wisdom and insights she’s garnered from witnessing how toxic masculine definitions of what it means to be a “man” has robbed the men in her life. She discusses not only how men are complicit in toxic masculinity but also women…

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E18: Addressing Toxic Masculinity with E.G. Bailey 1:04:18

4M ago1:04:18

1:04:18

In this episode, SooJin and E.G. talk about the Minnesota artist community, the importance of “being in the tradition” a la Amiri Baraka, and how he and his partner are raising their two Black boys to be sensitive, confident, and creative souls. E.G. spits all kinds of wisdom, as he discusses how the women in his life, along with embracing his own …

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E17: BONUS EPISODE - Antiracist Schooling: The Angela Day School with Dianna Myles 52:06

4M ago52:06

52:06

In this special bonus episode, SooJin speaks to Dianna Myles, the founder of the The Angela Day School, to raise awareness of this new antiracist school that is scheduled to open in Fall 2022. Listen to find out more about this school, how you can get involved and enroll your children, and what the upcoming November info sessions will be about. Our…

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E16: Addressing Toxic Masculinity with Kyle Tran Myhre 1:03:02

4M ago1:03:02

1:03:02

In this episode, SooJin and Kyle talk about how art, spoken word, and poetry can serve as door ways to talk to our children about larger, more complex systems of oppression. Through his work on dismantling toxic masculinity, Kyle points out how harmful forms of masculinity are embedded throughout white supremacist culture, capitalism, and other sys…

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E15: Talking to Your Children about 9/11 with Deepa Iyer 52:35

4M ago52:35

52:35

SooJin and Hannah bring in 9/11 expert Deepa Iyer to process the horrific terrorist attacks that took place twenty years ago. Deepa describes 9/11 as a watershed moment in history that significantly changed the way South Asian, Arab, Muslim, and Sikh communities were perceived in the U.S. Since then, racial anxiety, Islamophobia, and anti-immigrant…

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E14: Adoptive Parents/Caretakers: Helping Kids of Color Access Whole Futures with Malaika Parker 1:21:52

4M ago1:21:52

1:21:52

Welcome to Season 2 of the Antiracist Parenting Podcast! We start off the season with an AMAZING guest, Malaika Parker, who is the Director at Adoptive Parents of Color Collaborative. Malaika is committed to building whole and complete futures for her biological and adopted children. She does this, in partnership with her spouse, by being honest al…

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E13: Sankofa Episode – Year in Review 1:09:59

4M ago1:09:59

1:09:59

In the last episode of Season 1, SooJin and Hannah tap into the power of Sankofa as they reflect back on the season. They discuss the ways in which their lives have been transformed by the podcast, sharing what they’ve learned from our past guests in order to understand their present moment and future possibilities. Hannah shares the process she’s …

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E12: Antiracist Parenting in the Context of Multiracial Families with Melissa Beck 1:07:27

4M ago1:07:27

1:07:27

In this episode, SooJin and Hannah sit down with TV personality Melissa Beck (formerly known as Melissa Howard) from MTV’s reality series The Real World: New Orleans (2000). Melissa found her true calling in motherhood and is raising three mixed-race daughters with her partner, Justin. As an antiracist parent, Melissa is helping her children to “se…

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E11: Antiracist Parenting in the Context of Multiracial Families with Kale Bantigue Fajardo 1:24:10

4M ago1:24:10

1:24:10

In this episode, SooJin and Hannah are joined by Dr. Kale Bantigue Fajardo who shares his experience with “trans-local” (long distance) parenting. As a trans Dad living in another state, Kale is particularly committed to loving his 11-year-old daughter, Nia, unconditionally. Through their relationship, Nia is seeing that there are different ways to…

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E10: Antiracist Parenting in the Context of Multiracial Families with Laura and Daren Hill 1:37:50

4M ago1:37:50

1:37:50

In this episode, SooJin and Hannah engage in a rich discussion with soulmates, Laura and Daren Hill. The conversation flows like a slow, meandering river as we challenge ourselves to slow down and be more like water: adaptable, strong, gentle, powerful, vulnerable, interconnected, and expansive. We break down “knowledge” by getting to know our ledg…

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E9: Antiracist Parenting in the Context of Multiracial Families with Karla Benson Rutten 1:24:50

4M ago1:24:50

1:24:50

In this episode, SooJin and Hannah invite Karla Benson Rutten (from Episode 2) back to dive deeper into raising multiracial, antiracist children. SooJin opens the conversation by naming the victims of the recent shootings in Atlanta, GA, and Boulder, CO. She shares how these events are impacting her personally as a Korean-American woman, and sh…

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E8: How White Parents and Caregivers Can Become Antiracist: Edie Grauer & Robin Alpern (Part 3 of 3) 1:19:28

4M ago1:19:28

1:19:28

In this final episode of our three-part series, SooJin and Hannah speak with Robin Alpern and Edie Grauer from the Center for the Study of White American Culture. We explore the complexity of white supremacist culture and how racially mixed communities are not necessarily free from racism. Both Robin and Edie talk about being raised by parents who …

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E7: How White Parents and Caregivers Can Become Antiracist: Mary Moriarty (Part 2 of 3) 1:12:35

4M ago1:12:35

1:12:35

In this episode, SooJin and Hannah talk with Mary Moriarty, former Chief Public Defender in Hennepin County, Minnesota. During our discussion, Mary shares many stories that shaped her antiracism journey while living in Minnesota. Minnesota is considered to be a progressive state; however, it struggles with some of the worst racial disparities in ou…

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E6: How White Parents and Caregivers Can Become Antiracist: Kathleen Devore (Part 1 of 3) 1:17:43

4M ago1:17:43

1:17:43

In this episode, SooJin and Hannah sit down with Dr. Kathleen Devore, a Professor of English at Minneapolis Community Technical College. This is the perfect conversation to kick off a new year and our three-part series. As someone who experienced a challenging childhood, Kathleen understands pain and trauma. She also understands her white privi…

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E5: Talking to Children about Peacebuilding in Divisive Times with Crixell Shell 1:06:38

4M ago1:06:38

1:06:38

In this episode, SooJin and Hannah speak with Crixell Shell, the Assistant Executive Director of the MN Peacebuilding Leadership Institute. Our conversation is both timely and robust. Crixell shares ways she has been talking with her teenage son about the election - instilling critical values around humanity and respect while also supporting him to…

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E4: Talking to Children about ICE and the Prison Industrial Complex with Emilia Gonzalez Avalos 1:33:45

4M ago1:33:45

1:33:45

In this episode, Emilia Gonzalez Avalos (Executive Director of Navigate MN/Unidos MN) to join us shares her powerful and painful story of coming to the US from Mexico, what life is like for undocumented immigrants living in this country, and the threat she and her children and other Latinx families face everyday because of the targeted attack again…

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E3: How to Talk to High School Kids about the Uprising Following George Floyd’s Murder (Part 3 of 3) 1:05:21

4M ago1:05:21

1:05:21

We have been living in COVID times now for five months, seeing the death toll continue to rise in the United States - currently standing at more than 190,000 deaths. And our country’s other pandemic, racism, is alive and well. Breonna Taylor was murdered by police while sleeping in her home in February and George Floyd was killed, very publicly, by…

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E2: How to Talk to Middle School Kids about the Uprising Following George Floyd’s Murder with Karla Benson Rutten (Part 2 of 3)Untitled Episode 56:01

4M ago56:01

56:01

We have been living in COVID times now for five months, seeing the death toll continue to rise in the United States - currently standing at more than 170,000 deaths. And our country’s other pandemic, racism, is alive and well. Breonna Taylor was murdered by police while sleeping in her home in February and George Floyd was killed, very publicly, by…

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E1: How to Talk to Young Kids about the Uprising Following George Floyd’s Murder with Daniel Shannon (Part 1 of 3) 1:11:40

4M ago1:11:40

1:11:40

We have been living in COVID times now for five months, seeing the death toll continue to rise in the United States - currently standing at more than 170,000 deaths. And our country’s other pandemic, racism, is alive and well. Breonna Taylor was murdered by police while sleeping in her home in February and George Floyd was killed, very publicly, by…

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Non-linear Career Paths: Women in Business redefining Work-Life Balance 33:48

4M ago33:48

33:48

When the worlds of motherhood and entrepreneurship collide, it's often seen as a recipe for chaos. But not for Deepshikha Kumar, the visionary behind Speakin, who joins podcast host Lochan Narayanan, for an engrossing conversation that reshapes that narrative. Deepshikha, with poise and passion, peels back the layers of her life, revealing how she …

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Career-Minded Mothers: Intersection of Motherhood and Ambition 30:54

5M ago30:54

30:54

Listen in as we explore the complex world of career clarity for new mothers with Akanksha and Swati who have chosen very different career paths yet share similar experiences of navigating the new world of motherhood. As they share their personal journeys, it is a tell-tale of the unpredictable nature of parenting and how it intersects with career d…

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Childcare Planning: Empowering Caregivers, & Crafting Stability in Family Dynamics 35:26

5M ago35:26

35:26

Juggling a high-stakes career and motherhood might feel like threading a needle with closed eyes until you build the right support system around you that can take care of your child when you are away or unavailable. We are joined by Akanksha and Swati once again for this episode where they continue to share their solutions to the complex puzzle of …

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MomSpeak: Two Women Navigating the Complexities of Postpartum Careers 31:47

5M ago31:47

31:47

Women returning to work after the birth of a child is a narrative often told yet seldom solved. But our guests for the episode, Swati Geriani and Akanksha Kapoor bravely open the book on their own experiences of being a new mom navigating careers. They both have had completely different approaches with Swati's perspective being shaped by her experi…

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People of Grief 50:42

5M ago50:42

50:42

To finish out Season 6 of the Still Coloring podcast, I want to give you some snippets of conversations I’ve had recently with three voices I trust to speak into my own life and grief – Dr. Curt Thompson, Dr. Alison Cook, and Debra Fileta. These three licensed professional counselors have some good stuff to share, and I hope you find hope and direc…

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Motherhood Reimagined: The Butterfly Effect and Identity Shifts 36:08

5M ago36:08

36:08

Continuing our conversation with guest expert Krusha Sahjwani on what it takes to build a supportive ecosystem around you that helps you with child care as well as your mental well-being. Navigating the postpartum landscape requires more than just a roadmap; it demands a village. Our discussion with Krusha taps into the profound necessity for both …

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Pain is Not Wasted 26:48

5M ago26:48

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I believe that when God brings you to a Red Sea moment in your life, He’s going to part it. We serve the God of miracles, and He’s still working miracles every single day. And no matter what it is you’re facing, He has a plan to bring you back to His goodness. The pain you feel, the heartache you’re enduring, the loneliness and depression and sadne…

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Motherhood by Design: Crafting Your Career Path with Intention 36:04

5M ago36:04

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Parenthood, with its identity shifts and new responsibilities, has a profound influence on our life's course—join Lochan Narayanan with her guest Krusha Sahjwani as they unravel this complexity, especially as it pertains to women. We discuss Krusha’s evolution as a new mom along with wearing many hats like Career Coach, Linkedin Top Voice and Direc…

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I’m Safe and So Are You 29:02

5M ago29:02

29:02

I want to tell y’all the story of one of my favorite scriptures, Psalm 91. It was given to me by a deacon in a church during a church service that I barely wanted to be at, and at the time it didn’t mean a thing to me. But it came alive to me during a “spiritual encounter” weekend retreat where I was finally pursuing being a follower of God and not…

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Art of Parenting: Guiding Your Child's Unique Journey as a Working Mom 30:56

6M ago30:56

30:56

Have you ever felt lost in the sea of parenting advice, wondering if there's a one-size-fits-all solution for raising your child? This episode isn't just another drop in the ocean—we tackle the tailored approach to child-rearing that respects the unique nature of each individual child. We take an unflinching look at the first two years of life, emp…

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God Provides, Again and Again 32:11

6M ago32:11

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I have a tendency to live in a scarcity mindset about money, that there’s not going to be enough of it, and when I do have it, I might lose it. Maybe you feel that way too. Finances can impact what we believe about God, but goodness, do I have some God winks to tell you about the ways He’s provided in this season of my divorce. I was scared to take…

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