Paul Weigel describes how love for his daughter helped him battle cancer in Episode 060
Although the book talks about his struggle to overcome cancer, Paul said it’s more of a love story about a father’s commitment to his daughter and the incredible bond they share.
Danielle Bernock helps people with childhood trauma in Episode 059
Childhood trauma can come in many forms. Danielle said it is deeply personal and the silent screams can only be heard by the person held captive.
Dr. Bijoy John outlines strategies for effective sleep in Episode 058
Getting good sleep solves a variety of other health issues, such as high blood pressure and cardiovascular problems. Sleep also improves memory and brain function.
Wyatt Timmins describes his passion for music & ministry in Episode 057
Wyatt is a 68-year-old man from Pennsylvania who fell in love with music six decades earlier, but finally found his voice after turning 50.
Michael Fineman, founder of The Dad Link, reveals his passion for fatherless people in Episode 056
Michael has talked with men in their 70s who admit to never having heard from their fathers that they were loved, valued or appreciated. To overcome that sense of rejection, fatherless people often spend their entire lifetime seeking approval from others.
In Episode 055, Joan Patterson describes growing closer to God through multiple sclerosis
Joan wrote a book recalling her experiences in contending with multiple sclerosis, getting her service dog and growing closer to God in the process. The book is titled “A Matter of Faith: Surviving Life’s Crises with Four Wheels, Four Paws and a Loving God” and is available on Amazon and in other bookstores.
Dr. Mitchell Clionsky explains how to avoid dementia in Episode 54
The good news is that with proper attention now, the likelihood of experiencing dementia can be reduced by as much as 50%. Two major studies have confirmed that statistic in recent years.
In Episode 053, Angie Clayton describes her ministry of presence
Angie’s biggest contribution has been in starting what she calls a ministry of presence to walk with people who are experiencing grief. Her book describes things that are helpful and not-so-helpful when ministering to grieving people.
Pat Mingarelli outlines a passion for nature photography in Episode 052
Pat and some of his coworkers would go backpacking every year, which gave him an opportunity to invest extended time outdoors where he really came to appreciate God as a creator.
In Episode 051, Jeff Crider describes helping people on medical missions
Jeff said participating in just one medical mission is like doing 1,000 good deeds for people who often have no access to even basic medical care, let alone life-saving and life-changing procedures.