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Word of the Year: A Wild Ride
Feeling trapped between wanting to grow and barely having the energy to get through each day? You’re not alone. Chronic illness, overwhelming circumstances, and survival mode can shrink your world until taking any risk feels impossible. But what if stepping out of your comfort zone during your hardest season could be the key to breakthrough?
In this vulnerable and inspiring conversation, Joanna K. Harris shares how she moved from a decade of chronic illness and homelessness to launching a business, getting certified in reflexology, and rediscovering her calling—all while still managing health challenges. When life feels like too much, how do you find the courage to say yes to new opportunities?
In this episode:
– How to reframe suffering as adventure instead of just endurance
– Practical steps for taking small risks when energy is limited
– The surprising ways God provides when you step out in faith
– How to overcome the fear of asking for help during vulnerable seasons
– Why comfort zones become prison cells during chronic struggles
Joanna’s story proves that breakthrough doesn’t require perfect health or ideal circumstances—it requires a willingness to trust God’s “wild ride” plan. Her honest, hope-filled approach will encourage anyone feeling stuck between survival and their calling.
About the Guest: Joanna K. Harris is a certified life coach, author of Crazy, Hard, Beautiful Journey, founder of Grace Possible, and former missionary. After experiencing chronic illness for over a decade, she now helps others find purpose and adventure even in their most challenging seasons.
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