You’ve found a show that will explore how to experience a Kingdom lifestyle that is both focused and balanced - Welcome to "Live Exceptionally.” In a world where we are constantly bombarded with demands on our time and attention, it can be difficult to find the space to truly live our best lives. But what if we could find a way to live exceptionally, with a sense of purpose, freedom, and rest? Whether you're a busy professional, a stay-at-home parent, or anyone who wants to live a more focus ...
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The mission behind my podcast is to provide a platform for ordinary women just like you and me from different cultures, all ages and backgrounds to share their stories of how their scars point to Jesus. Let's be honest, so many of us come from dysfunctional families and upbringings and by the grace of God the wounds and trauma of the past are now our scars that tell a story of God's redeeming grace and love through the finished work of the cross. Although healing is a journey, we can confide ...
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How to Be a Better You: Keys to Self-Awareness & Self Management | Ep. 66 #LiveExceptionally
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Why do you do the things you say or do? Can you control what you say or do? A key way we can be the best version of ourselves is to be the best we can with our own self-awareness and self-management. Tune in to hear the awesome Pastor Shaun Marshall leverages his clinical therapist experience to show us how! Connect with Pastor Shaun at shaunmarsha…
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Mastering Self—What is Self-Management | Ep. 65 #LiveExceptionally
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Are you a good leader to yourself? How well do you manage you? What would your evaluation say about you--needs improvement, satisfactory, or well done. Tune in this week to learn key steps to mastering and managing self. 🎁 COMPLIMENTARY GIFT — Connect and receive a complimentary 30-day eDevotional book, "Reflections on Rest", at https://www.elici.o…
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Mastering Self-Awareness: A Key to Spiritual Development & Emotional Intelligence | Ep. 64 #LiveExceptionally
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In this insightful episode, we dig deep into the transformative power of self-awareness. Join us as we explore practical strategies and insights on how to cultivate self-awareness in your daily life. Philip Watson shares prophetic guidance and insights to help us on a path of spiritual discovery. 🎁 COMPLIMENTARY GIFT — Connect and receive a complim…
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How To Be More Self-Aware | Ep. 63 #LiveExceptionally
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Do you see yourself the same way that others see you? Most often it is not the same! Tune in as we explore what it means to be self-aware from a spiritual perspective and how to increase our self-awareness, so that we can be mature and have better personal relationships. 🎁 COMPLIMENTARY GIFT — Connect and receive a complimentary 30-day eDevotional …
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How to Have Emotional Intelligence | Ep. 62 #LiveExceptionally
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The dictionary says intelligence means the ability to acquire and apply knowledge and skills. But what does emotional intelligence mean? Can we be intelligent emotionally as a Christian? Tune in as we kickoff our discovery to effectively understand and manage our emotions with Lisa Coleman, author, mentor, and entrepreneur. Full episode on all podc…
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How to Get Rid of Limiting Beliefs | Ep. 61 #LiveExceptionally
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How do you get rid of your self-limiting thoughts that prevent you from taking action? Tune in as we tackle how to stop these negative beliefs and overcome them to live an abundant and fulfilling life. 🎁 COMPLIMENTARY GIFT — Connect and receive a complimentary 30-day eDevotional book, "Reflections on Rest", at https://www.elici.org/reflections! 📚 A…
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Identify & Stop Your Self-Limiting Beliefs | Ep. 60 #LiveExceptionally
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Have you ever had self-limiting thoughts that prevented you from taking action? Thoughts or limiting beliefs like “I’m not good enough”, “I can’t do it”, “I don’t have what it takes”. Tune in as we tackle how to identify and stop these beliefs from preventing us to live an abundant and fulfilling life. 🎁 COMPLIMENTARY GIFT — Connect and receive a c…
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Release • Refresh • Renew from Anxiety | Ep. 59 #LiveExeptionally
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🙌🏽 Self-care is important, but it isn’t just about taking baths or drinking more water! Focusing on empowerment, rest, and spiritual intimacy provides genuine value and delivers long-term transformational and whole wellness results. This week we share a session from our women's retreat. Tune in to hear Pr. Patricia Robinson as she teaches a relatab…
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Who Do You Choose—Darkness or Light? | Ep. 58, #LiveExceptionally
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In this episode, I share an excerpt of a teaching while on a mission's trip in Monrovia, Liberia--"Who Do You Choose? Repent! I highlight the importance of choosing to turn away from darkness and sin, and willfully choosing to serve God to reflect His light and His nature. 🎁 COMPLIMENTARY GIFT — Connect and receive a complimentary 30-day eDevotiona…
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Crossing the Jordan, interview with Cindy
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Send us a Text Message. A Story of miscariage, grief and hope🙏🏻 If you've ever suffered through the loss of a child, you know, it's a very sensitive conversation. And many women grieve and mourn their loss, privately. I can relate to Cindy's story and I pray that her heartfelt story will bless you and encourage you all❤️🙏🏻 Support the Show. You can…
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Financial Planning 101 & Budget Savvy, Ep. 57
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Did you know I was a Certified Public Accountant? I put on my financial hat this episode and talk about the four key areas of financial planning in the last part of our financial wellness, literacy series. 🎁 COMPLIMENTARY GIFT— Connect and receive a complimentary 30-day eDevotional book, "Reflections on Rest", at https://www.elici.org/reflections! …
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Making Hearts Smile with Yzzy, Creative Comedian
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Send us a Text Message. In Today's podcast episode, I'm honored to introduce my guest, female comedian, Yzzy Zarate. I had the pleasure of meeting Yzzy at a Women's Called Conference last year and I was truly excited for her to share what her life and journey has been like, bringing joy and laughter to people. She talks about the stigma tied to com…
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When it comes to your money, the best investment you can make is a plan. We continue our financial wellness, literacy series with Michelle Velasquez. Founder & Financial Coach of Virtuous Wealth Building, she shares practical financial tips and tactics. Contact Michelle at vwbcoaching.com. 🎁 COMPLIMENTARY GIFT— Connect and receive a complimentary 3…
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When it comes to your money, the best investment you can make is a plan. Financial planning is not just about numbers and budgets; it’s about crafting a life free from financial worry. Fabian Smith, Financial Coach of Blue Skies Financial Coaches joins us in our series on Financial Literacy sharing strategies for a wealthy lifestyle vs. only rich. …
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How Our Mindset Over Money Matters, Ep. 54
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What do you think about money? Is it a tool for your benefit, or something you don't understand or trust? Callie Picardo, co-author of "Healthy Money" & "Money Talks", kicks off our Financial Literacy series on how are mindset about money can impact the power of its benefit or harmful, and how we can change it for our good! — Contact Callie: kcpica…
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In this launch of season 2, we discuss the importance of grit as a means to endure and achieve fulfillment to one's dreams! Chicago Defender's Contributing Writer, Nicole Joseph, joins in as we explore the lessons learned when launching anything new. Connect and receive a complimentary 30-day eDevotional book, "Reflections on Rest", at https://www.…
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When life's challenges occur, how do you stay positive and keep going? Tune in to learn from this teaching about the ability to stand by not giving up on divine tasks, despite overwhelming difficulty. Join us at our upcoming women's retreat! More info & to register, click here: https://www.elici.org/retreat. Connect with Dr. Evonne and receive a co…
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How to Bounce Back in Life: Building Resilience, Ep. 51
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How do you cope after hardship or life's challenges? Tune in as we look at how to create capacity to bounce back with resilience through life's challenges. We share insights on the importance of being honest with our vulnerabilities and emotions, but not allowing them to overtake or paralyze us from moving forward in life. Connect with Dr. Evonne a…
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Women in Business: God's Grace vs. Grind- Ep. 50
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Stay tuned for an inspiring conversation about embracing God's grace over the daily grind. Discover how to live and lead with sustainable kingdom principles with insights from Shae Byne of Kingdom Driven Entrepreneur at ShaeBynes.com. Connect and receive a complimentary 30-day eDevotional book, "Reflections on Rest", at https://www.elici.org/reflec…
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Women in Business: How to Create Impact- Ep. 49
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As a founder or business owner do you struggle with creating impact or being a leader of influence? Tune in as Rebecca Watson, CEO of Impact Consulting Team, LLC shares insights on how to be a leader of influence by addressing limiting beliefs and creating synergies from a foundation in God. Connect with Rebecca at info@letscreateimpact.com. Connec…
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Women in Business: Keys to Get Started in Business- Ep. 48
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We continue our "Women in Business" series for Women's History Month. Erica Williams, Founder of Met-A-Morphosis, shares tips and strategies on how to get started in one's own business. Contact Erica for business coaching or her other services at www.iamericawilliams.com. Connect with Dr. Evonne and receive a complimentary 30-day eDevotional book, …
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Women in Business: How to Be Well From the Inside- Ep. 47
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Tapeka Tolbert, owner of Peka Hair Care, kicks off our Women in Business series for Women History Month. Contact Tapeka at pekahaircare.com. Connect and receive a complimentary 30-day eDevotional book, "Reflections on Rest", at https://www.elici.org/reflections. Author of: - "Can You Sleep Like This? In Rest of God": https://amzn.to/3wtkiXw - "¿Pue…
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How to Care for Your Body & Prevent Disease- Ep. 46
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Our "Stewardship of the Body" series this month continues with Dr. Carla Pinto, Family Medicine Resident from the University of Illinois Hospital. Dr. Carla shares insights on how we should steward our bodies to prevent disease. Contact Dr. Carla at carlalgpinto@gmail.com. Connect with Dr. Evonne and receive a complimentary 30-day eDevotional book,…
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Our "Stewardship of the Body" series this month continues as we discuss the importance of how and what we eat, in order to be healthy and well. Elaine Bintz, Nutritionist, Wellness Coach, and Fitness Trainer shares her expertise myths about healthy eating and gives tips for sustainable lifestyle changes. Elaine can reach her at elainebintz.com. Con…
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The R.O.C.K. Exchange Boutique with Delilah Abu
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Send us a Text Message. Hey Friends, it's good to be back and on the road. Today's podcast episode is the first episode of the year and I'm excited to share that we are now mobile and traveling to share these powerful stories of God's redeeming grace, My guest Delilah is the owner and founder of The ROCK Exchange Boutique and PG-31 Ministry for you…
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Why Group Wellness is A Solution for Staying Motivated & Fit- Ep. 44
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Our "Stewardship of the Body" series includes Pam Mroz, founder of Better Wellness Together. She joins this episode to talk about the value and benefit of doing wellness through community. Contact Pam at wearebettertogetherllc@gmail.com. Connect and receive a free 30-day eDevotional book, "Reflections on Rest", at https://www.elici.org/reflections.…
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Quick Start Health Strategies #HealthyLiving- Ep. 43
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Kimberly Lee-Tessmer, Certified Fitness Instructor, shares the importance of moving the body with fitness tips to debunk excuses and to build healthy habits and mindsets that last. Connect and receive a free 30-day eDevotional book, "Reflections on Rest", at https://www.elici.org/reflections. Author of: "Can You Sleep Like This? In Rest of God": ht…
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Send us a Text Message. Support the Show. You can partner up with me by making donations via PayPal by using the link below: https://tinyurl.com/HerScarsTellAStory-Donations https://herscarstellastory.buzzsprout.com Instagram: @herscarstellastory https://www.youtube.com/@herscarstellastory3899/ https://www.facebook.com/herscarstellastory Email: her…
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Discover how the peace of God can be your guide through tumultuous times. Dive into a journey of faith with tips on hearing God's voice in 2024. Tami Flick, Education Vice President of Civil Righteousness shares and prays on our ability to hear God's voice. Connect with Tami's blog at www.tamijoyflick.com. Connect and receive a free 30-day eDevotio…
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How to Unlock the Power of Gratitude- Ep. 41
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Discover how gratitude transforms your life in this inspiring discussion and prayer! Unleash the power of a thankful heart and the science behind it. Connect with Dr. Bobby Cabot at klhm.org. Connect and receive a free 30-day eDevotional book, "Reflections on Rest", at https://www.elici.org/reflections. Author of: "Can You Sleep Like This? In Rest …
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How to Focus Spiritually | Unlocking Transformation- Ep. 40
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Dive into 2024 with our guest Pastor Cynthia (Keel)! Discover how to focus on genuine change over routine, and experience transformation, while staying true to God's call amid life's distractions. Join our soulful convo & get inspired! Connect with CK Ministries, LLC at ckministriesllc@gmail.com. Connect and receive a free 30-day eDevotional book, …
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Kara Graver Sensenig, Executive Director of Eastgate House of Prayer-PA, shares on the rhythms that empower devotion! Connect with Kara at www.eastgateprayer.com. Connect with us at https://www.elici.org/ and receive a free 30-day eDevotional book.By Dr. Evonne Thompson
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Do you feel safe? This week, Dr. Evonne brings a powerful teaching on the safety we can experience in the rest of God. Connect with us at https://www.elici.org/ and receive a free 30-day eDevotional book.By Dr. Evonne Thompson
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How Gratitude Can Change Your Life, Carol Alsbrooks- Ep. 37
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Empowering yourself through gratitude is a key to lifelong well-being! Carol Alsbrroks joins us to share tips for checking and guarding our hearts. Connect with us at https://www.elici.org/ and receive a free 30-day eDevotional book.By Dr. Evonne Thompson
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Gratitude: A Hidden Secret and Coping Strategy to Reduce Stress!- Ep. 36
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My guest this week is Victory 91.5 morning radio host Quincy Burt. Encouragement and joy are pretty much part of the job description when you are the one people listen to as they head into work or whatever else the day brings. Q says an attitude of gratitude is a big part of the message he tries to make sure people hear each day. We discuss cultiva…
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"Rest for my soul in the Lord" with Dr. Evonne Thompson
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Send us a Text Message. In today's episode, I'm honored to introduce my guest Dr. Evonne Thompson, author of "Can you sleep like this? In the rest of God." I'm excited for you to listen to our conversation today on rest, obedience, worship and prayer as they all come together to truly find rest in God. I pray this episode will bless you. Meet my Gu…
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If you're struggling to rest in God amidst life's chaos, then this episode is a must-listen! Join Dr. Evonne as she shares how to trust God despite turbulent life circumstances. Connect with us at https://www.elici.org/ and receive a free 30-day eDevotional book. – – – – – – – Join us: YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.evonne INSTAGRAM: / elici_…
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Join in as we discuss overcoming negativity and mental barriers that limit our potential. Tune in with Prophetess Patricia Robinson for empowering insights that harness faith for outgrowing fear, self-doubt, and discouragement for impactful Kingdom living. Connect with us at https://www.elici.org/ and receive a free 30-day eDevotional book.…
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A Mom's tragic loss of a child and her hope in Jesus Christ with Mira G.
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Send us a Text Message. My special guest Mira G. talks about the tragic loss of her son and the hope she found in Jesus Christ to keep moving forward. When tragedy strikes you're never prepared to face such pain and suffering. Mira shares how her life drastically changed when she began to notice her teenage son was having problems and she tried eve…
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Discover the rewarding relationship with God by speaking to Him as a friend face-to-face. Thrive in the presence of God through prayer, transparency, and vulnerability, finding strength in His rest. Let's build stronger connections in this spiritual journey together. Message excerpt from Bethesda Women's Conference in Missouri--"God Says Rest".…
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ThanksLiving- A conversation with my Husband, Omar Calvillo
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I am thankful to have a conversation with my husband Omar Calvillo, the host of Wrong to Strong Chicago Podcast. We talk about gratitude and being thankful to God for who He is and all the blessings He gives to us. As we approach Thanksgiving the whole world gathers to give thanks. As a believer in Jesus Chr…
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Wide awake night after night? Get in tune with your body with our latest episode- how stress affects your sleep and what to do about it. A must-watch for those battling worry, endless thoughts, and sleepless nights! Dr. Bruce Tisdale, DSW, LICSW, LCSW-C joins us and shares practitioner insights. Sleep and stress resources available here- https://dr…
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Listen in to Philip Watson, Prophetic Teacher & Intercessor, as he shares with us on how to deal with and heal from deep emotional pain and hurt. Connect with us at https://www.elici.org/ and receive a free 30-day eDevotional book.By Dr. Evonne Thompson
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Send us a Text Message. Meet my Guest: For the longest time, Founder, of Be Brave. Be You, Lisba Romo struggled with the spirit FEAR. In her early childhood, Lisba suffered from being bullied at school and being verbally abused at home. Consequently, this led to Lisba’s feelings of unworthiness, low self-esteem and having fear to do things. Lisba w…
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Jump into a discussion of the lies we unknowingly tell our hearts with Pastor Candy Hayman. Discover the unconscious narratives rooted in our experiences, their impacts on our view of self, and how they skew our truths. This episode opens a dialogue about inner healing and personal growth, don't miss it! Connect with us at https://www.elici.org/ an…
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"Bring it to Him" with Delilah Abu founder of PG-31 Ministry
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Send us a Text Message. Meet my amazing guest: Delilah was born & raised on the South side of Chicago. She’s half Arabian & half Puerto Rican. (Two beautiful blend of cultures) God & her relationship with Him is a huge pillar in her life. By the time she was 22 both her parents passed away. Her faith helped her overcome that trauma. Delilah was a p…
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Carol Andrade, Mental Health Advocate and Pastor, shares this week on reasons why people suffer from anxiety along with tools to overcome. Connect with us at https://www.elici.org/ and receive a free 30-day eDevotional book.By Dr. Evonne Thompson
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From Healing to Trauma with your host Dr. Evonne Thompson and special guest Lisa Coleman. Lisa is the author of "Rise from the Ashes," and shares insight on how to process and heal from pain and trauma. You can find her book at www.feleciadcoleman.com Find episodes of Live Exceptionally on YouTube too! https://www.youtube.com/@dr.evonne Connect wit…
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"Letting God heal my heart" with Lucia H.
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Send us a Text Message. Meet my Guest, Santalucia Hernandez, best known as Lucia, hails from the South Side of Chicago. A product of the Chicago public school system, she became a first-generation college student at the University of Wisconsin- Madison. She currently works for Chicago Debates helping build debate programs in underserved schools in …
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Battling stress or symptoms of feeling stress? Listen in as Tamika Morrow, Nurse Practitioner and Founder of SynerGy Consulting & Holistic Health, shares on triggers and faith-based tools to combat stress. Learn tips to manage this silent, debilitating emotion. Connect with us at https://www.elici.org and receive a free 30-day eDevotional book.…
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