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***TOP 5% GLOBALLY RANKED PODCAST FOR CHRISTIAN WOMEN*** Do you ever find yourself zoning out while reading the Bible, or think it’s just too complex too many rules? Have you felt judged by those who appear to have it all figured out? Do you believe you have to be perfect before going to God? Do you long for a community where you’re accepted and feel a sense of belonging? Are you looking for a way to rest and take a break? Hi! I’m Yahaira, mom, wife, veteran, and Jesus follower. I am so exci ...
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Voices of Hope

Audio stories from Silicon Valley's formerly homeless

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HomeFirst has been helping the homeless in Silicon Valley since 1980. Voices of Hope is a living library of audio stories to build awareness about the plight of homelessness, celebrate success, and inspire others to get off the street. We will be bringing you stories from men, women, and families from all walks of life, who have all experienced homelessness in different ways. Each story is unique, and each participant courageous.
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The podcast where we straight talk about surviving and thriving breast cancer through support, healthy living, fitness and the power of community & connecting. After my own breast cancer experience I found my purpose at the intersection of passion & pain. I realized my career in real estate & fitness was more than just selling homes, working out, and healthy lifestlyes. Here we educate, empower, and inspire others to take back control of their life after a diagnosis to become the best versio ...
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Hi! Why talk about The Shack? I came across a post in a Christian Facebook group where someone shared how the movie brought her closer to God. Despite the backlash for its perceived lack of biblical accuracy, the story resonated with her deeply. It reminded me that finding God isn't confined to the Bible's pages or a church; God is everywhere. The …
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Hello! Do you want to know how to bring God into every aspect of your life, including your work, family, and even your children's bedtime stories? If so, today's episode is perfect for you. Join me as I talk about Jordan Raynor's children's book, The Creator in You. You might be surprised by the profound insights it offers, not just for kids but fo…
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Hi! Have you ever felt annoyed by the debates and arguments about what's right or wrong in the Bible? Does it seem like we sometimes miss the point of why God gave us the Bible in the first place? If so, you're not alone, and in today's episode I talk about that. I talk about the true purpose of the Bible and how to build a genuine relationship wit…
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Hey friends! Are you finding it tricky to live out your faith in your job or business or daily life? If you've ever felt a bit awkward or out of place trying to bring God into your workday, then today's episode is just for you. I'm going to share seven practical steps that won't just help you bring God into your workplace, but will also fill your d…
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Hey friends! Today we are talking about a topic that's close to my heart and perhaps yours too: is it really necessary to be part of a physical church for cultivating a relationship with God? Have you ever felt out of place within the walls of a church or wondered if God's presence is limited to a building? If so, join me as I explore faith beyond …
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Hey friends! In a world where perfection is all the rage, it's easy to feel out of place, especially in our spiritual walks. But what if our imperfections are actually the perfect backdrop for God’s masterpieces? In today’s episode, I go over 6 ways to embrace those quirks on our path to God. I’ll share my own struggles with perfectionism and how i…
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Hey friends! Struggling to make Bible reading a regular part of your life? You're not alone! Join me, as I share four basic, yet practical tips to help you dive into Scripture and develop that routine for a deeper relationship with God. I break down the Bible's structure and discuss the benefits of reading it chronologically. I'll guide you through…
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Hi! Ever been side-eyed for enjoying life's little pleasures? If you've ever heard the whispers of "that's not what true Christians do," then this episode is you. Today, I talk about five tools that have helped enjoy the freedom Christ offers, to receive every gift from God without judgment. Whether it's a glass of wine on the porch or a coffee in …
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Hey there! Have you ever found yourself scratching your head, wondering, "Which Bible should I be reading?" or "Why are there so many versions?" If these questions resonate with you, then you're in for a treat with today's episode. Join me in a discussion about the various translations and find out which Bible could be the best fit for your spiritu…
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Hello, incredible multitaskers! Are you the woman who juggles deadlines, dinners, and self-care with superhero finesse? Ever wonder where God fits into your whirlwind schedule? If you're nodding along, then this episode of Real Talk, Simple Faith is just for you. Join me, as we strip away the intimidation factor from the Proverbs 31 woman and take …
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Hi! Do you ever find yourself zoning out while reading the Bible, or think it's just too complex too many rules? Have you felt judged by those who appear to have it all figured out? Do you believe you have to be perfect before going to God? Do you long for a community where you're accepted and feel a sense of belonging? Are you looking for a way to…
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Hi friends! In this episode of Your Weekly Compass, I dive into the profound truth of Psalm 139:13 and the reassurance that we are fearfully and wonderfully made. Join me as I unravel the layers of our self-doubt and insecurities to embrace the masterpiece that God created in each of us. Hear a moving discussion on how past hardships and the pursui…
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Hi friend! In this episode of Your Weekly Compass, I talk about the art of patience and the virtue of trusting in God's timing. Psalm 25:3 serves as our anchor, reminding us that those who trust in the Lord will never be disgraced. Are you struggling with the wait? Are you grappling with the desire for instant answers in a world that prizes immedia…
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In this episode of Your Weekly Compass, I go on a journey through 2 Timothy 1:1 to uncover the essence of God's will and the role of Jesus in our lives. Paul's epistle sets the stage for a dive into the transformative power of faith in Christ Jesus and the life He promises. What does Jesus mean to you? Is He merely a historical figure, or is He the…
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Hi! In this episode I go through Hebrews 7:25, where we're reminded that Jesus is our perpetual intercessor, advocating for us at every moment. We go over the profound truth that Christ himself is praying for us, influencing the cosmos to align with His will for our lives. Feelings of loneliness and distance from Jesus are natural, but today's epis…
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In this episode of Your Weekly Compass, I grapple with the tension between God's callings and our own perceived limitations. As we dive into 2 Corinthians 9:8, we're reminded that God's ability to bless us abundantly equips us for every good work, even when doubt whispers that we're not enough. Join me as we explore the courage to step out in faith…
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But as for me, it is good to be near God. I have made the Sovereign Lord my refuge; I will tell of all your deeds. Psalm 73:28 NIV In this week's episode of Your Weekly Compass, we navigate the foggy stretches of life where God's presence feels distant and our prayers seem to echo unanswered. Join us as we dive into Psalm 73:28 and find solace in t…
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This is what the Lord says: “Stand at the crossroads and look; ask for the ancient paths, ask where the good way is, and walk in it, and you will find rest for your souls. But you said, ‘We will not walk in it.’" Jeremiah 6:16 NIV Feeling worn out? Like you’re constantly running on life’s treadmill, trying to keep up, but just can’t catch your brea…
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Your Weekly Compass is an extension of the Sip Pray Love community, designed to guide you through the hustle and bustle of life towards a deeper understanding and discovery of God's enduring love. Each week, we offer short, impactful devotional reflections that aim to illuminate your path, uplift your spirit, and reinforce your connection with God.…
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When life handed her lemons, Jenny Swain didn't just make lemonade—she built a lemonade empire. This week, we're honored to have Madison, Wisconsin's own realtor and breast cancer thriver share her transformative journey, a narrative that reshapes the fears and misconceptions of living with the disease. Her unflinching pragmatism and zest for life …
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When life throws you a curveball, hitting it out of the park takes on a whole new meaning. That's exactly what Jamie Vaughn and I tackle in our latest heart-to-heart. From our personal battles with breast cancer to finding new purpose, we lay bare the transformative journeys that reshaped our lives. Jamie, the vibrant voice behind "Test Those Breas…
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Have you ever wondered how triumph over adversity can fuel a life of purpose? Join me, Shannon Burrows, as I intertwine the threads of my real estate expertise and fervent breast cancer advocacy to reveal a blueprint for meaningful living. Through personal anecdotes and the wisdom gleaned from many coaches and fearless leaders, we uncover that our …
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Have you ever pondered over the mysterious world of hormones and their correlation with breast cancer? Prepare to be enlightened as we journey with Dr. Jeffrey Brown in this episode, exploring hormone balance, testing methods, and the often underappreciated Dutch Test that can help identify any imbalances. We underscore the cruciality of understand…
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When most people face a stage 4 cancer diagnosis, they might feel like their life is over. But not our guest, Chuck Keels. He took this dire prognosis as an opportunity to change his life, his mindset, and most surprisingly, his faith. In an awe-inspiring twist on a classic heart-rending tale, Chuck recounts his journey of being diagnosed with term…
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Join us on a heartfelt journey as we sit down with the remarkable Yahaira Lopez. Yahaira courageously shares her battle with stage four metastatic breast cancer, recounting her experiences from the first inkling that something was off, right through to chemotherapy. Her touching narrative underscores the vital importance of paying attention to our …
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Get ready for an incredible journey as we sit down with the brave and inspiring Millie Inoa, who takes us through her battle with breast cancer. Listen in as she recounts her struggle for early detection, tells the story of her fight against her insurance company for an MRI approval, and shares her experience with diagnosis and treatment. Her story…
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Today, we're shining a spotlight on the formidable Lissette Lahoz, a breast cancer survivor whose strength and determination are a testament to human resilience. Strap in as Lissette takes us on an emotional roller coaster, from the first moment of her diagnosis, through the trials of her treatments, to her ultimate triumph over this formidable adv…
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In this episode Shannon and I talk about her dual diagnosis and how she has chosen to Rise Up from Breast Cancer not once, but twice and is on a mission to help other women do the same. Shannon talks about both of her diagnosis and how passionate she is abut helping other women navigate their breast cancer journey as well. She talks about the impor…
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In this episode Shannon and I talk about her dual diagnosis and how her career helped her navigate her diagnosis which in turn has helped so many others. Shannon talks about her diagnosis, her family history, and the importance of the Oncotype test to ehlp others with their decision after their diagnosis. She also expresses how important it is to m…
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In this episode Jennifer and I talk about navigating our cancer journey and becoming a cancer exercise specialist and then walk through perimenopause & menopause together. Whether you are entering or going through menopuase from a cancer diagnosis or just the path of life, we cover what you should and should not be doing. Life isn’t the same now so…
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In this episode Ashley and I talk about what it was like to navigate a breast cancer diagnosis at 28 years old with an 18 month old. Ashley goes into how important it is to listen to your body and advocate for yourself and your own health. She knew something was really wrong when she was pregnant and she was written off as if her symptoms were norm…
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In this episode T.J. and I talk about the importance of estrogen gene testing, ways to intervene and how to detoxify our bodies. T.J. Hills is a TEDx Speaker, Women's Health Speaker & Best Selling Author of Sex, Drugs, Babies, & Breast Cancer. The changes we have to go through as women are challenging to the say the least. Between cancer and menopa…
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In this episode Michelle and I talk about the grief after a cancer diagnosis and not just for the patient but the loved ones as well. We talk about different ways people process and grieve and ways to help. Michelle has been a rock in my world and really helped me get in tune with myself and slo the F down. I hope she has an impact on you as well. …
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Tenecia talks about her diagnosis and journey and how she, too, found her purpose through her diagnosis and created The Pink Queen Foundation. More than just surviving! Tenecia is thriving with her organization and helping so many others affected by cancer, not just breast cancer! And you can help change the lives of others as well! ➡️If you or som…
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When you finish your battle with breast cancer and are told you are in remission to find out the treatment you had to do is now the cause of your new cancer and so much worse. Judith was diagnosed with Stage 2 Breast cancer and came out of her double mastectomy, Stage 3 which then changed her treatment plan. The Red Devil Treatment Plan is truly th…
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Breast Cancer affects way more than just ypu & your physical self. No one talks about your emotional & mental health, especially with others. Ryn is passionate about coaching others throug their journey to help women navigate their journey. In this episode we talk about the PTSD that actually comes with a diagnosis. She also talks about how mindset…
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Do you find yourself stuck at some crossroads of where to go, what to do and if what you’re doing is even the right thing? Maybe you feel torn about all the different avenues you’d like to explore In life? Girl, I feel you! Been there, done that, didn’t like it! In this episode I dive into how and when I finally found my BIG WHY and how that fuels …
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Welcome back to Season 2 of Bustin' Out of Breast Cancer! It's been a hot minute and I'm sorry but as we all go through seasons, I too was try to work though some things. I want to make this season not only a platform for other survivors to share how they are thriving and giving back but also share other mindset tips and coaching tips I've learned …
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This was my Facebook post for today and I thought it was better than show notes. (Let's Connect on Facebook 5 years ago today you introduced yourself to me, my family, and friends. I just wanted to say Thank You for stopping by and impacting my life the way you did! I know you thought you were sneaky creeping into our lives without showing signs of…
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Bustin' Out of Breast Cancer New Episodes are released Wednesdays at 7:00 am EST EP 162-Straight Talk with Maria Goossens-3x Cancer Thriver Maria has had 3 cancer diagnoses starting in 2018 with the last one being a rare gene mutation. In addition to her own cancer diagnosis, she has had to deal with the stress and reality of losing her mom and sis…
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Bustin' Out of Breast Cancer New Episodes are released Wednesdays at 7:00 am EST EP 161-Straight Talk with Virginia Carnesale Virginia Carnesale, founder and CEO of Stage, is a breast cancer survivor, wellness enthusiast, and information activist who is on a mission to create a community and shopping destination around breast cancer. During Virgini…
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Bustin' Out of Breast Cancer New Episodes are released Wednesdays at 7:00 am EST EP 159-Straight Talk with Princess DianeBrainisfried Princess DianeBrainisfried is a royal ambassador of positivity, speaker, author, and a badass Breast Cancer Thriver! Diane talks to us about her diagnosis and how to change the dialogue we speak. For example, I HAVE …
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Bustin' Out of Breast Cancer New Episodes are released Wednesdays at 7:00 am EST EP 159-Straight Talk with Dr. Edo McGee-Pharmacist, Mindset Coach, Thriver, and Founder of S.E.W. Wellness Dr. Edo McGee is a 5-year breast cancer Thriver and the CEO/Founder of S.E.W. Wellness. They serve breast cancer patients from the start of diagnosis and beyond t…
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Bustin' Out of Breast Cancer New Episodes are released Wednesdays at 7:00 am EST EP 158-Straight Talk with Dr. Cynthia Ambres-Executive Vice-President and Chief Medical Officer at Kate Farms Dr. Cynthia Ambres is the Executive Vice-President and Chief Medical Officer at Kate Farms, a company that focuses on Plant-Based Formulas and nutrition so peo…
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Bustin' Out of Breast Cancer New Episodes released Wednesdays at 7:00 am EST EP 157-Straight Talk with Jaimie Sherling-2x Thriver, Founder of YDY Sweets, and Author of "From Queens to QUEENS: How the Madison Drag Community Saved Her Life." Jaimie is a 2x Breast Cancer Thriver who chose to go flat after her first diagnosis and also launched YDY, Swe…
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Bustin' Out of Breast Cancer New Episodes release Wednesdays at 7:00 am EST EP 156-Straight Talk with TJ Hills-The Health Benefits of Estrogen Gene Testing A breast cancer patient in remission since 2009, Former Board Member of the Better Estrogen Foundation, Estrogen Gene Test Co, and Hormonal Cancer Foundation. T.J. Hills is the Author of Amazon …
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Bustin' Out of Breast Cancer New Episodes release Wednesdays at 7:00 am EST EP 155-Straight Talk with Morgan Adams-2x Thriver & Holistic Sleep Coach Morgan is a 2X breast cancer survivor and thriver who specializes in helping women with their sleep and overall health to manage a healthy lifestyle during and after a diagnosis. Morgan shares how she …
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Bustin' Out of Breast Cancer New Episodes release Wednesdays at 7:00 am EST EP 154-Straight Talk with Latoya Dotson-Founder of Pink Savvy Inc Latoya is a breast cancer survivor and thriver who actually started her breast cancer organization well before her own diagnosis. Latoya shares her diagnosis and journey along with her organization that helps…
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Bustin' Out of Breast Cancer New Episodes release Wednesdays at 7:00 am EST EP 153-Straight Talk with Dr. De Vida Gill; Life Coach & Creative Strategist De Vida is a breast cancer survivor and life coach who has combined her professional career and personal journey empowering creatives and creative thinkers to unmask their potential and embrace the…
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Bustin' Out of Breast Cancer New Episodes release Wednesdays at 7:00 am EST EP 151-Straight Talk with Joan Hale, Founder of Necessary Comforts Joan Hale is a 2-time breast cancer survivor with more than five years cancer-free. Her friends were an integral part of her recovery, and the help they gave her inspired her to start Necessary Comforts to e…
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