A Story Worth Living

51: "When Pain Produces Purpose" featuring Lorraine Edwards

Walking in purpose or pursuing the calling for which you were created is nothing short of a serious journey. It is ups and downs. It is hills and valleys. It is victories and battles. It is the pieces of a puzzle coming together one at a time toward the creation of a beautiful picture! It is pressing forward with the understanding that no matter what, God has a plan for you! This episode features speaker, author, coach, and YouTuber, Lorraine Edward’s journey in purpose with a cool twist! Listen in on her encouraging and inspiring story recalling how God turned her frustration into fruitfulness and how her pain produced purpose. That part! Let's listen together... You can connect with Lorraine here: Website: asinglemission.com [http://asinglemission.com/] Instagram: @asinglemission Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LorraineVision [https://www.facebook.com/LorraineVision] YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@asinglemission8340/featured [https://www.youtube.com/@asinglemission8340/featured] Email: lorraine@asinglemission.com [lorraine@asinglemission.com] Here is the link to her current ebook: https://loveorillusion.datewizerr.com/ [https://loveorillusion.datewizerr.com/] Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts Connect with us at A Story Worth Living IG: @bigpicturelivin

50: "Your Body Knows" featuring Dr. LaKeischa Webb McMillan

We had such a rich, thoughtful, and healing my conversation about women’s health—specifically about fibroids—on this episode with Dr. LaKeischa McMillan, an integrative gynecologist. This is absolutely a must listen-to episode because there are a ton of gems and great, descriptive  information to add to your personal picture of reproductive health. We encourage you to be your own health advocate and to arm yourselves with the best info possible as you continue to navigate. Dr. LaKeischa Webb McMillan is certified in the use of the DiVinci Robotic System for Minimally Invasive Laparoscopic Surgery.  Her ability to reach and teach women has expanded through her Best Seller, The Other PMSTM: Your Survival Guide for Perimenopause and Menopause.  Her passion for helping women in perimenopause and menopause included her contribution to being on the advisory board of the only FDA Approved physician designed vaginal lube line, Momentum Intimacy.  A gifted speaker, Integrative OB-GYN, hormone specialist, and Amazon Best-Selling Author; Dr. LaKeischa helps women in perimenopause and menopause who are struggling with depleting hormones get their hormones balanced, regain mental sharpness, and have energy to last the entire day.  If you want to become a Hormone Hottie follow Dr. LaKeischa on all social media @drlakeischamd and take the free hormone quiz!!  Connect with us on IG: @bigpicturelivin

49: "Knowledge is Power" featuring Phyllis Frazier

July is Fibroid Awareness Month. We’ve been sharing women’s fibroid journeys. For this episode, we are excited to share the mic with Phyllis Frazier, a Fibroid Warrior who, through her story, encourages women to talk about their experiences in order to engage and inspire other women, especially younger women to take control of their reproductive health and their health overall. She reminds us that knowledge is power. Take a listen!

48: "Advocate for Yourself" featuring Keisha Patterson

We are continuing the effort to raise awareness about fibroids and how that impact women. Our featured storyteller for this episode is my Sis-in-Law, Keshia Patterson. Through her unique story and lived experiences, Keshia, a true Fibroid Warrior, encourages us with the idea that not only can we can do hard things, but there are key lessons that we can learn from some of life’s toughest challenges. She reminds us that we are our best advocate.

47: "I'm a Fibroid Warrior!"

It only takes a quick google search to discover some pretty significant statistics related to uterine fibroids. Stats like….most women will develop them at some point in their lives; over 25 million if you’d like to hear a number…with about 15 million of those whose everyday lives are impacted with severe symptoms. About. 15 million maybe more because, let’s face it, for some women, there may not even be a diagnosis yet. Stats like Black women develop fibroids at higher rates.  We’ve dedicated this entire month of July, which is Fibroid Awareness Month, to exploring and amplifying stories of women whose lived experiences with fibroids are sure to educate and inspire. I am one of those women. I’m so looking forward to sharing this space with a few special sisters in order to provide even more visibility to a women’s health topic that absolutely requires more attention, research, and education.  We can’t wait for you to hear these stories! Join us on Wednesdays as we take a deep dive into this important topic all month long!