The Air That I Breathe Podcast is hosted by Jodi Howe. This podcast is a faith based podcast speaking to those dealing with life's struggles and are longing for a peaceful mind. Diving into the bible, Jodi shows how God's grace is sufficient for each day we live and breath. This podcast offers ways to learn how to navigate through life including the mental storms and challenges that life throws at you. In early episodes of this podcast, Jodi shares her journey through anxiety and how through ...
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What’s the secret to living happily ever after with someone (or some two or three)? Where’s My Happy Ending? is from the team behind the award-winning Dirty Mother Pukka podcast: Heart Radio presenter Anna Whitehouse (@mother_pukka) and journalist husband Matt Farquharson (@papa_pukka). Each episode sees an interviewee grilled about love, life and how to get to happily ever after – whatever that looks like to them. From the famous chef who had a decade long affair, to the stand-up comedian w ...
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Living with Heart Disease
Bouba Diemé (Heart Of A Giant), Bouba Dieme, Heart of a Giant, Somaneh Bouba Dieme
~ From Somaneh Bouba, aka Heart of a Giant. ~ Is living a longer quality of life after a heart disease diagnosis possible? We are the patients who have resolved to become physically and mentally healthier. From managing symptoms to managing side effects From managing medication to managing finances Share the challenges and the triumphs. Help understand what it means to live with a heart condition. Discover what it means to survive and thrive with a heart condition. This is Living with Heart ...
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Taking Control: The Key to Coping with Dr David Bullis, Therapist, Author
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Takeaways: Coping is an active process that requires setting goals and taking control over the choices we face. Balance is crucial in coping, and it involves managing stress coming into our lives and releasing it through physical exercise and relaxation breathing. Sorting worries into three boxes (things we have control over, things we will have co…
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Lewis Howe shares his journey towards optimal health and wellness, specifically focusing on living with hypertension. He discusses his diagnosis, the lifestyle changes he has made, and the importance of managing blood pressure. Lewis emphasizes the motivation to maintain good health for his children and future grandchildren. He also highlights the …
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Timestamps [00:02:41] Challenges caregivers face. [00:08:25] The role of caregivers. [00:10:56] Supporting caregivers' critical role. [00:15:32] Medication adherence and tips. [00:19:05] Timing of medication administration. [00:24:23] Grounding techniques for self-care. [00:29:20] Becoming an educated caregiver. [00:33:37] Effects of self-silencing…
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Navigating Personal Goals and Health Challenges with Jodie Hall-Holit
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Jodie Hall's story emphasizes the importance of putting oneself first and seeking support when facing health challenges. Her experience with congestive heart failure at a young age sheds light on the significance of early diagnosis and proper medical care. At 19, Jodie discovered that she had congestive heart failure. Despite this diagnosis, she co…
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WARNING! Transparency, heart and truth in these 22 minutes of Jodi's current testimony. "On this episode of The Air That I Breathe, Jodi dives into the importance of prayer and learning from the Bible. She explores the topics of surrender, obedience, and dependence in the face of challenges, and acknowledges God as the ultimate source of hope and c…
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Review of a Six-Year Heart Transplant Journey with Somaneh Bouba: Diagnosis & Challenges
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Meet Somaneh Bouba, a heart transplant recipient who has overcome tremendous challenges in his 6-year long heart transplant journey.As a dedicated husband, father, senior corporate manager and social entrepreneur, Somaneh has navigated his way through the complex world of heart transplantation with grace and resilience. His personal experiences hav…
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Battle of Heart Disease: Overcoming Obstacles with Armin Muzafirovic
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Ep 13: Battle of Heart Disease: Overcoming Obstacles with Armin Muzafirovic Against all odds, Armin refused to let his diagnosis define him. But a ski trip to Colorado brought an unexpected twist, changing everything he thought he knew about his condition. What happened next was an ongoing battle, and Armin's incredible resilience kept him fighting…
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Defying Odds with Olivia Rose: Heart Disease Survivor's Journey
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Bouba chats with Olivia Rose to talk about her heart disease journey. After suffering two strokes and heart disease, Olivia Rose, an elite athlete, courageously fights for her life and embarks on an inspiring journey of self-discovery and resilience to defy the odds. Olivia Rose is a thriving survivor, heart transplant recipient, and former LVAD pa…
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From Professional Basketball to LVAD: George Boakye-Yiadom's Unexpected Journey
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"If it wasn't for Ivy, I probably wouldn't be where I am. So I thank God for her. It wasn't easy. " - George Boakye-Yiadom Bouba talks with George about the ups and downs of living with a heart condition. George Boakye-Yiadom is a mental health coach, fashion designer, and technology consultant. He is the founder the Boak Group LLC and works at of …
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Inspiring Journey From Heart Failure to Transplant: A Chat With John Sanson
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John Sanson was diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy in 2016. After undergoing an LVAD and a transplant, he lives in Houston, Texas, with his wife, two dogs, and a cat. John works in the coffee industry, does photography, and is currently working on a documentary series about coffee. He is now facing $50,000 worth of medical debt due to the high c…
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2Corinthians 12:9 “But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.” God offers you the kind of grace you need to keep going in spite of temptations, problems, hurts, exhaustion and conflicts. His grac…
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Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. This is probably one of the most spoken, memorized relied upon scriptures in the Bible. Jodi dives deep into a testimony of how she saw God's plan play out right in front of her eyes. And it wasn't…
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There's a lot of scripture that shows you how to be a better person on earth. Basically that's the whole book of Proverbs. But this is a great scripture that shows us how we can concentrate on a better character and reap the fruits of the Holy Spirit if we flex the Holy Spirit more! Galatians 5:22-26 “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace…
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Your worldview is your collection of beliefs about life and the universe; the lens through which you view the world, or how the world is viewed by an individual or group. Essentially, it is the perspective on how your world view is interpreted. A Living Sacrifice Romans 12 Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offe…
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It was only when Jodi started truly walking with Jesus that she realized that the Lord's prayer was a scripture that she had memorized and didn't even realize it. During Jesus's final days his disciples would come to him and say "Rabbi show us how to pray"! It was this beautiful, compact prayer that shows how we can connect to God and center our sp…
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The Better Half of Heart of a Giant Speaks on LWHD
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Anyone facing a heart journey knows how much a support system makes life easier. The core of our support system is often our spouses and life partners. Our talk today is about the better half of Heart of a Giant. Welcome to Living with Heart Disease. Listen to the patients, support systems, and care providers who have resolved to become healthier. …
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When panic attacks and stress were overwhelming, this was the verse in the Bible that gave a peace that could've only come from God! There's hundreds of verses in the Bible that tell you not to be anxious! So we can see that it is not God's intent. However, life is hard, and sometimes we lean of the world! But when we shift out of the world and int…
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Jodi's favorite life verse and quite frankly the scripture that has saved her spirit. Proverbs 3: 5-6 Trust in the lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. Acknowledge him with all your ways and he will set your set path straight! Jodi breaks down the importance of this scripture with understanding that trust is 100% and whe…
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People feel inspired when you talk about the topics you care about with passion. More so, people feel moved to take action when they see your dedication. Advocacy can show the tangible changes that your efforts make, and start a ripple effect of positive action. Our talk today is about leading heart health advocacy. Welcome to Living with Heart Dis…
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The 757 Renaissance Man on his journey with the LVAD
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We are more than just heart failure. We have heart failure, but it is not a limit on who we are as people. We are multitalented and dimensional. Without a doubt, we should enjoy our lives. Our talk today is about living with humor and giving life your all. Welcome to Living with Heart Disease. Listen to the patients, support systems, and care provi…
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Finding the courage and passion to live with heart failure
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Sharing your story and building a community along the way is impactful. Your journey can be filled with excitement, empathy, resilience, and joy. Every time you make a new connection, you’ll realize that you never know who your story will resonate with. Our talk today is about finding the courage and passion to live with heart failure. Welcome to L…
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Life with an LVAD while waiting for a heart transplant
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Heart disease can change our physical health, but how often do we address the impact heart disease has on our identity? Part of our heart health journey is about rebuilding. We change our view of our identity and the role we play in the lives of our loved ones. Our talk today features stories about managing the physical and mental challenges of hea…
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Jodi interviews Carolyn Newell *Facebook Live* Christian author & speaker & GUIDE DOG, Iva Carolyn lives by faith alone as she lost her sight several years ago! She has several books, a beautiful ministry and incredible faith in God! A must “listen too” podcast on how it’s about our perspective and trust in Jesus that sustains us! and not necessari…
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Some people light up an entire room with their presence. They are the ones who bring love and laughter wherever they go. One interaction with them is unforgettable. People who make the most of life inspire everyone else to do the same. Our talk today celebrates the contagiously energetic life of Evelyn Charrisse McRae. Welcome to Living with Heart …
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What is the thorn in your flesh? Or do you feel like there's many thorns? When we walk with Jesus there's many challenges from the outside world but Romans 12:1-2 speaks very poignantly about how we should not conform to the ways of the world but transform our minds on Jesus. Jodis speaks through her studies sharing the cardinal yearning from God; …
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Doesn’t it feel great to speak with someone who understands you? It’s common for people to connect with someone who has a similar lived experience. Through advocacy, people can connect; and educate each other. Most importantly, they can empathize with one another. Our talk today creates an open dialogue for patient education and research in the hea…
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Instinct is often the best guidance we can have. For an invisible disease, the patient has the most significant insight into what’s going on with their body. Learning to trust those hints can be lifesaving in times where professional counsel and the patient’s instinct don’t match up. Our talk today focuses on not being afraid to trust your voice in…
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When God gave us a free world he knew that was going to come with some pain. Whether it's physical or spiritual. But he also sent his son to die for the sins of the world. Jesus's ministry on earth consisted of a healing ministry. Offering so much hope to help us through the pain of this world. In this podcast, Jodi speaks to pain and offers a grea…
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Receiving a heart disease diagnosis throws you into a winding journey of information. Suddenly there’s a lot to catch up on, and while this can seem daunting at first, you start to find a rhythm as you learn. Our talk today focuses on what is helpful to know earlier in the journey so you can ease into a rhythm of your own more quickly. Welcome to L…
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Jodi talks about your wardrobe. That is, your spiritual wardrobe. Focusing on Ephesians 6 :10-20. Suiting up with the "Armor of God" is how we defend the worlds attacks. TRUTH RIGHTEOUSNESS FAITH SALVATION SPIRIT SHARING THE GOSPEL Sometimes the articles of clothing you choose every day spiritually can make a big difference in finding the peace you…
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Jodi had the pleasure of being a guest speaker at the Encourage Conference which was a Virtual conference held in early February 2022. She wanted to share the message in a podcast because it is a message of HOPE which is where her heart is always led. She speaks about some of her early beginnings and walk with Christ and ends with tremendous Hope, …
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As Christians we believe that God should always be in the details and it's in our best interest to invite him in as much as humanly possible. Like ALWAYS!! How? Well of course by prayer, in line with scripture, and seeking his wisdom first. Jodi offers 5 scriptures assuring you God is aware of the enemy BUT his details will prevail over it all! 1 J…
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Having faith over fear is where the living begins. Jodi offer 6 scriptures to match the 6 fears we deal with every day. If you're living in fear you are living outside of the faith and promises that God provides. Also this is the NATIONAL COLLECTION week for Operation Christmas Child to support this amazing charity. Check out their website today. h…
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Heart Of Hope: Win or Lose (it is how you play the game)!
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The game of life that is. WWJD. The Bible is our rulebook Our Fanbase is our fellowship The church is our stadium The pastors are the referees The Goal Post is Salvation Jodi offer 6 perspectives on how the WIN at the game of Life!!!! The Air That I Breathe Podcast https://www.jodihowe.com Thank you so much for listening. Please check back weekly f…
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It's from pain that we gain perspective. And in perspective, through faith, hope and love, we find a resilience that God builds within us. Strength in the hard times and peace in the mental storms. The Air That I Breathe Podcast https://www.jodihowe.com Thank you so much for listening. Please check back weekly for more episodes of Hope, Endurance a…
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Jodi speaks to when you feel like giving up, here are five options to shift your perspective and just keep swimming towards your goals and purpose driven life. The Air That I Breathe Podcast https://www.jodihowe.com Thank you so much for listening. Please check back weekly for more episodes of Hope, Endurance and Jesus! Please write a review and fo…
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Remember when you were little and you made a pinky promise with your parents or your children made pinky promises with you? Well Jodi reminds you of just a few of God's promises sharing 5 scriptures of Hope! & There you'll have enough empowerment to get through your day knowing God's got you. And that's a promise!!!! The Air That I Breathe Podcast …
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Hi & welcome to the Air That I Breathe Podcast, my name is Jodi Howe and I am here with a new series called HEART of HOPE! A five minute podcast that will help to encourage you to start your day leaning on God's and his word. Making intentional decisions to enrich your spirit, your soul and your body through prayer, walking in faith and choosing Jo…
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Episode 41: Visibly (and spiritually) Fit with Wendie Pett
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Jodi talks with Wendie Pett, a nationally recognized name in the fitness industry who enthusiastically teaches the care of mind, body and spirit, assisting others to learn the importance of reaching their full God-given potential through her Visibly Fit™ program—a total wellness and body weight resistance exercise program to how we can work on our …
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A twist on popular phrase. "Let Go, Let God!" Jodi shows you a new perspective! Learn, invest, memorize scripture that focuses on these 6 principles and promises! Trust (Proverbs 3:5-6) It's giving him your all Faith (Hebrews 11:1) Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see) A blind trust Hope (Jeremiah 29:11…
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Episode 39: Get your Bible Study on w/Rachel Price
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If she preaches it, she has to practice it and that is one of the things that Jodi strongly devotes her time to; which is getting into the word of God. This week Jodi's guest is Rachel Price who is a Bible Study teacher and has tremendous insight and applications that we can use to get more into the word and help us study without it becoming overwh…
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Jodi gets this question a lot and she answered it here on this episode! Why did you name your podcast, ministry, The Air that I Breathe? Jodi speaks to being more intentional about your healing, not allowing the worlds toxicity to instigate your anxiety and mental storms. Spirit, Soul & Body. Praying, Breathing, Trusting. Don't let Anxiety define y…
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In this episode Jodi speaks to how during the hard times of Parenting, we have to trust that God is working reconstructing our lives, so he can build a beautiful palace to live in with us. He is building our spiritual strength so we can work through the mental storms of life, our children struggles and give us the ultimate peace he promises us. The…
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Fear is the biggest liar out there but yet people are feeding more into fear and looking less into finding peace. In this episode Jodi uncovers some of the thoughts of where people, social media, the world is infusing fear it seems people don't even want to feel peace in their lives? World views, social media, bad information, false prophets.......…
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SEASON 2 has begun! Grateful to start this new season with an AMAZING episode talking about the Fear Of Flying; an interview with a commercial airline pilot! Does flying petrify you? Do you avoid trip just so you don't have to fly? Is your anxiety so bad that panic and fear take over your wise mind when on a plane? You are not alone! It's one of Jo…
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In this FINAL 1ST Season's Episode, Jodi speaks to how sharing your testimony is where the healing begins. Love is God, God is love and you can and will find Peace in the Mental Storms if you choose love & if you choose to follow Jesus. STAY TUNED FOR SEASON 2 COMING IN APRIL 2021 The Air That I Breathe Podcast https://www.jodihowe.com Thank you so…
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PODFEST GLOBAL SUMMIT/Faithcon on March 2, I was honored to speak re: my podcast, The Air That I Breathe and discussing Spirit, Soul & Body as a foundation to healing from anxiety and the mental storms of life. THIS IS A MUST LISTEN TOO! This episode includes my presentation, and our Q&A with Faithcon and Creating a Brand community advocate, Alex S…
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Laughing and humor significantly reduce anxiety. In this episode Jodi talks about incorporating more laughter into your life. And Proverbs 3:5-6 is the mantra Jodi lives by. See how important it is to Trust in the Lord with all of your heart. Especially through the mental storms of life! PLUS: catch a sneak peak of Jodi's new season, Season 2. Than…
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What is Love? The bible tells us God is love! In this episode, Jodi breaks down the capacity of our earthly love to God's love from an encounter with a girl who believed she "couldn't love"! 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, Love is..... Happy Valentines Day! The Air That I Breathe Podcast https://www.jodihowe.com Thank you so much for listening. Please check …
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Join Jodi and her guest Yvonne Conte who is a nationally recognized Corporate Speaker. 7 Time Author & Former Stand up Comic. And the Founder of the Day of Joy Conference. A first recorded broadcast for The Air That I Breathe; Jodi & Yvonne discuss the considerable health benefits of laughter & the many ways to add faith to your life, especially du…
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