Genuine Life with Jodie Stevens

Working through Tragedy with Carol Kent (Episode 15)

Working through Tragedy with Carol Kent (Episode 15)

In this episode I'm joined by national speaker and bestselling author Carol Kent who shares the powerful story behind her book "When I Lay my Isaac Down." We will talk about strategies to cope and heal even in the midst of trauma and tragedy. Learn about the type of lies the enemy will tempt you to believe, especially during extreme trials and difficulties. Hear about hope-filled choices you can make when facing a new kind of normal? Also, if God is calling you to write or to speak, but you're struggling with fear or lack of confidence, we will have some great suggestions for you. Plus, get a special discount code to the annual "Speak Up" conference July 14-16th. 

Healing our Soul, Healing our Nation Part 2 (Episode 14)

Healing our Soul, Healing our Nation Part 2 (Episode 14)

Have you ever thought about what we should do to help our nation heal? Are we as divided as the media would like us to think? Find out what people across this great and vast country said when asked this simple question: “What one or two things might bring our divided country together for the common good?” In this episode author and speaker Robynne Miller joins me. We will tell you what we think and highlight Marilyn Siden’s journey – an 82-year-old woman who slipped into her Subaru (after slipping into her Birkenstocks) and traveled across the entire country in search of answers from everyday people like you. Very few of the answers involved getting ‘better’ people in Washington, D.C. Her journey is encapsulated in the book-which I have the awesome pleasure of  narrating for Audible and other audiobook distributers- “Finding Common Ground-One Octogenarian’s Quest to Help our Nation Heal.” From dealing with rudeness, to bringing back music, to planting flowers, the answers will inspire and amaze you. Please listen and share this episode, and let us know what you think we should do to help our nation heal. 

Healing our Soul, Healing our Nation Part 1 (Episode 13)

Healing our Soul, Healing our Nation Part 1 (Episode 13)

In this packed episode I'm joined by author and speaker Robynne Elizabeth Miller who shares her powerful story of surviving extreme childhood abuse and trauma; and how she found the strength to overcome. She will share some of the ways she coped during that painful time, and found healing through writing and her favorite television show Little House on the Prairie.

Learn how her relationship with the Lord helped her overcome shame and bonding challenges; and manage childhood triggers. Find out how the enemy uses abuse to attack our identity and what we can do to fight it.

This is just the tip of the iceberg as this show is loaded with powerful stories and helpful advice for you or anyone you know who needs help and encouragement overcoming their painful past. 

Robynne also co-wrote the book Finding Common Ground: One Octogenarian's Quest to Help our Nation Heal, an encouraging and practical book about what we can do to bring healing to our country. (Which I'm excited to be narrating for Audible). Part one we talk healing past trauma, and part two we talk healing our nation. Tune in and share! 

The 12 Steps (A Personal Discussion & Keys to Sobriety) Episode 12

The 12 Steps (A Personal Discussion & Keys to Sobriety) Episode 12

If you or a friend or family member struggles with addiction, this episode is a must. In this show (and new video format) my husband Aaron joins me for an honest and powerful discussion about the 12 Steps with personal stories of recovery throughout. Between the two of us, we have 33 years of sobriety from drugs and alcohol. We will talk about some of the keys to staying sober. Plus you will learn about the origin of the 12 Steps; what they are; how they work; if they work, and if they are Biblical. Hear about the difference between being powerless versus being helpless. We will also share, through our own personal stories, how step four can bring clarity to your life - and the power of personal accountability to set you free and empower you to lead a victorious life. 

From Pain to Purpose - Powerful Healing, Recovery and Redemption Story (Episode 11)

** powerful story of recovery, healing, and redemption** In this episode I’m joined by my friend Lisa Michelle who shares her healing journey. Intense childhood abuse and trauma led her to the streets of San Francisco where she felt safer than in her own home. She lived in the heavy metal clubs as a teenager - living the rock n’ roll lifestyle with bands like Poison and Kix. Then…God radically transformed Lisa. Through tremendous hard work and therapy, she began to heal from the pain and intense trauma that haunted her. Now she is the founder of the ministry “No Strings Attached.” They walk alongside women who have been sexually exploited. They bring handmaid gifts to local strip clubs and brothel’s and help women transition out of the sex industry and provide aftercare for sexual trauma. Hear her heartbreaking yet inspirational story. She is a living testimony that no matter how bad our life starts out, God can change our circumstances and anoint our trauma and pain and use it to bring victory and healing to others.    

Unsafe People and Healing from the Pain they Cause (Part 3 Episode 10-Narcissistic Abuse)

Unsafe People and Healing from the Pain they Cause (Part 3 Episode10-Narcissistic Abuse)

Join us as we continue this series on unsafe people and healing from the pain they cause. In this show we talk about narcissistic abuse and so much more. I’m joined by my friend Christy Johnson who shares her experience living in an abusive marriage for 18 years and how she finally got out. You will learn about Narcissist abuse, what it looks like and how confusing it is-and how the abuser twists things around and tries to make themselves look like the victim when they are the abuser. Learn about the importance of knowing your identity in Christ; the importance of community; how to respond to abuse; and of course-how NOT to ignore your instincts.  

Unsafe People and Healing from the Pain they Cause (Part 2 Episode 9 )

Unsafe People and Healing from the Pain they Cause (Part 2 Episode 9)

Join us as we talk about how and when to leave unhealthy relationships; how to set and keep healthy boundaries; the importance of community; and how and why we need to listen to our own instincts and why we sometimes do not. If you missed the last show, I encourage you to hop back and listen to part one so you can get a context for this show. In part one we unpacked the nature of unsafe people through our own stories of overcoming trauma, abuse, and dysfunctional relationships. We explored how to heal from the damage caused by unsafe people, and how to spot unhealthy people and relational dynamics. You will learn the dysfunctional/abusive relational cycle and how we can get caught up in it. We also looked at why we unconsciously pick unsafe people due to past trauma, ignoring our instincts and more.

Unsafe People and Healing from the Pain they Cause (Part 1-Episode 8)

Unsafe People and Healing from the Pain they Cause (Part 1 -Episode 8)

Join us as we unpack the nature of unsafe people through our own stories of overcoming trauma, abuse, and dysfunctional relationships. In this three-part series I am joined by friends Corry Mendoza and Lori Lara. We explore how to heal from the damage caused by unsafe people, and how to spot unhealthy people and relational dynamics. Learn the dysfunctional/abusive relational cycle and how we can get caught up in it. We will also look at why we unconsciously pick unsafe people due to past trauma, ignoring our instincts and more. You will learn ways to connect with your own instincts and feelings. You will be armed with tips and suggestions for how to avoid unsafe relationships and how to heal from the past.