Chelsea and Dustin share their powerful journey of grief, love, and faith as they recount losing five close family members in just three years. From the devastating loss of Chelsea’s father and brother to the sudden passing of both of Dustin’s parents in a tragic motorcycle accident, followed shortly by the death of Chelsea’s sister-in-law, their story is one of unimaginable sorrow met with unshakable strength.

Despite the heartbreak, Chelsea and Dustin found purpose through their faith, deep community ties, and the support of their church and each other. Chelsea’s professional background as a therapist and Dustin’s reflections on divine timing reveal how grief can transform a family, and how showing up for others during their darkest moments can bring healing.

Your Host: Angie Sedore Our Guests: Chelsea & Dustin Brouse

Trigger Warning This episode includes discussions of sudden loss, grief, traumatic death, addiction, and end-of-life care. Listener discretion is advised. The views expressed by guests do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast.

What to Expect: · The impact of losing four family members in under three years · Dustin’s parents’ tragic motorcycle accident and the moments before · Chelsea’s role in helping her niece and nephew navigate losing both parents · The unexpected passing of Chelsea’s brother from a heart attack · How their faith, therapy, and church community helped carry them · Reflections on divine timing, presence, and healing through service

Key Takeaways: · You don’t move on from grief—you move forward with it · Faith can anchor you when everything else falls apart · Preparation and mental health investment before crisis matters · Showing up for others can offer healing in your own pain · Presence and intentional time with loved ones is never wasted

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In this rare and redemptive episode, Anna shares her powerful story of transformation, forgiveness, and faith. Raised in a blended family marked by violence, fear, and hidden generational abuse, Anna later discovered she had been sexually abused by the monsters she moved into her home. Some memories only accessible after her father’s death. Despite this pain, she chose to care for both her aging parents in her own home, even before fully uncovering the depth of her trauma.

Through emotional intelligence training, biblical counseling, and transformational ministry work (including leading Untying the Knots of the Heart) Anna found healing and purpose. Her story is not just about surviving trauma but choosing to reclaim peace and offer grace, even to those who hurt her. This full-circle journey reminds us that redemption is possible, even when it seems unimaginable.

Your Host: Angie Sedore Our Guest: Anna Cheney

Trigger Warning This episode includes discussions of childhood physical and sexual abuse, emotional trauma, family violence, and caregiving for abusive parents. Listener discretion is advised. The views expressed by guests do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast.

What to Expect: · Anna describes growing up in a home filled with fear, violence, and hidden incest. · The shocking moment she realized she too had been sexually abused. · Why she chose to become a caregiver for both of her abusive parents. · Her healing journey through transformational coaching and faith-based programs. · How she found purpose in helping others emotionally and spiritually recover. · The importance of tools like Untying the Knots of the Heart and emotional intelligence work.

Key Takeaways: · Forgiveness can coexist with deep hurt—it doesn’t excuse the harm, but it frees the soul. · Healing doesn’t happen all at once—it comes through layers, tools, and community. · God’s grace can meet people even in their final moments. · Choosing transformation over bitterness is a radical act of strength. · Restoration is possible—even in relationships thought to be beyond repair.

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In this powerful episode, Kenna bravely recounts the unimaginable. Her mother attempted to take her life when she was just 10 years old. From surviving that trauma to navigating foster care, complex family dynamics, and a faith tested by manipulation, Kenna shares how she found her voice and began healing. Now a wedding photographer, writer, and soon-to-be mother herself, she opens up about the generational pain she’s determined to break, and the tools that are helping her do it. With honesty, insight, and hope, Kenna shows us what it means to rewrite the ending of your story.

Your Host: Angie Sedore Our Guest: McKenna Hardee Find Kenna on IG @Mckennareneeh Find Kenna on TikTok @Kennareneeharper

Trigger Warning This episode includes discussions of childhood trauma, addiction, suicide, and attempted filicide. Listener discretion is advised. The views expressed by guests do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast.

What to Expect: · Kenna shares the harrowing story of surviving her mother’s attempt to take her life at age 10. · The psychological toll of growing up with two addicted parents. · Life in foster care and navigating the legal system as a child witness. · Wrestling with forgiveness, no-contact boundaries, and the misuse of faith for manipulation. · The emotional complexity of pregnancy while healing from maternal trauma. · How TikTok and storytelling have become tools in Kenna’s healing journey. · Her favorite trauma recovery tool: EMDR therapy.

Key Takeaways: · Healing is layered and non-linear; but possible. · EMDR therapy can rewire traumatic memories for lasting relief. · Forgiveness doesn’t require continued relationships, especially with unsafe people. · Boundaries are not betrayal; they’re protection. · Breaking generational trauma is a powerful act of love. · Faith and therapy together can be life-saving.

Kenna’s Recommended books: 1. Boundaries by Dr. Henry Cloud 2. Codependent No More by Melody Beattie

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