040 This Sucks. And I’m Still Here.
This episode isn’t tidy or inspiring. I’m stuck in bed, waiting on answers, and my body scares me right now. I talk honestly about exhaustion, fear, faith questions, and what it’s like to stop pretend...
27 Jan 4min
039 Chronic Illness, Identity, and Faith: Bethany Bacon on Being Seen Beyond Symptoms
In this episode, April talks with Bethany Bacon about living with hydrocephalus after being born at 24½ weeks, holding onto genuine hope, and learning not to let chronic illness—or the world’s opinion...
20 Jan 40min
038 Starting a New Year With Chronic Illness: Hope When Your Body Is on High Alert
Starting the year tired, in appointments, and waiting on answers — this episode is about choosing quiet hope in a body that needs care. What You’ll Learn Why hope doesn’t have to feel confident to be...
13 Jan 5min
037 The End-of-Year Energy Check-In — Reflect, Release, and Realign
This year may not have gone to plan, but you grew through it. Here’s a gentle reflection to help you rest, release, and refocus before the new year. What You’ll Learn How to reflect on your year with...
23 Dec 20254min
036 Holiday Survival Mode: How to Set Boundaries and Still Feel Loved
Holiday gatherings don’t have to drain you. Here’s how to protect your energy, say no with grace, and still feel connected. What You’ll Learn Why guilt creeps in when you set limits How to communicat...
16 Dec 20255min
035 When Gratitude Feels Forced: Finding Thanks in the Mess
When life feels heavy, gratitude can feel fake. Let’s talk about finding real, grounded thankfulness in the middle of the mess. What You’ll Learn Why “toxic gratitude” makes hard days harder The diff...
9 Dec 20254min
034 The Crash After the Feast — How to Rest Without Guilt
After the holidays, your body crashes and your guilt kicks in. Here’s how to rest without apology — because recovery is sacred work. What You’ll Learn Why your post-holiday crash isn’t weakness How t...
2 Dec 20255min
033 Thank You From My Heart to Yours
Hey friend. This one’s simple — no lessons or bullet points today. I just wanted to take a breath with you and say thank you. For real. For showing up, for listening, for being part of this messy, bea...
25 Nov 20253min
