Darlene L. Turner is an author with Love Inspired Suspense, a division of Harlequin; however, her own love story took some interesting turns. As a young married woman who thought she was living a fairy tale, she was blindsided when her husband of 5 1/2 years left her without explanation. What she later learned was that he had chosen a homosexual lifestyle .  Her white picket fence came crashing down. Darlene experienced more loss through a lot of death in her immediate family, yet through it all, she chose joy. On today&apos;s episode, hear how God redeemed her story and she did finally get her fairy tale ending.  To connect with Darlene visit http://www.darlenelturner.comTo follow What’s Your Story on Instagram visit http://www.instagram.com/whatsyourstory.podcastTo connect with Hannah visit http://www.hannahrconway.comTo connect with  Stephani or to get event tickets or the Living an Abundant Life Study visit http://www.stephanicook.orgTo help support the WYS podcast visit http://www.buymeacoffee.com/wyspodcastCover photo by Alison Weakley PhotographyBackground music by Scott HolmesSupport the show (HTTPS://www.buymeacoffee.com/wyspodcast)

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Darlene L. Turner - Choosing Joy When Your Husband Chooses a Man

Sarah Geringer is a speaker, podcaster, artist and author of Transforming Your Thought Life: Christian Meditation in Focus and three self-published books. A teen girl version of Transforming Your Thought Life will be published in October 2021. She is on the devotional writing teams for Proverbs 31 Ministries, Hope-Full Living, Kingdom Edge Magazine and Woman 2 Woman Ministries. She has also written for A Wife Like Me and Devotable.When she’s not reading over 100 books per year, Sarah enjoys painting, baking, gardening and playing the flute. Her daily must-haves are hot tea, dark chocolate, and fresh flowers. She lives in southeast Missouri with her husband and three children. Sarah writes and speaks about finding peace in God’s Word at sarahgeringer.com. Follow Sarah on these outlets:WebsiteFacebookTwitterInstagramPinterestYouTubePodcastsLinkedInEtsyGoodreadsTo follow What’s Your Story on Instagram visit http://www.instagram.com/whatsyourstory.podcastTo connect with Hannah visit http://www.hannahrconway.comTo connect with Stephani visit http://www.stephanicook.orgTo help support the WYS podcast visit http://www.buymeacoffee.com/wyspodcastCover photo by Alison Weakley PhotographyBackground music by Scott HolmesSupport the show (HTTPS://www.buymeacoffee.com/wyspodcast)

Sarah Geringer - Author of Transforming Your Thought Life: Christian Meditation in Focus

Christian women’s speaker, Sharon Wilharm, is a ministry leader, podcast host, and female filmmaker whose stories have impacted audiences around the globe. As host of All God’s Women podcast,  she loves taking women on a journey through the Bible focusing our attention on all the women in the Bible. She talks about women you’ve heard of all your life and women you’ve never heard of. Each has a story to tell, and she loves sharing them. .You can join her each week for the latest episode of All God’s Women.To connect with Sharon visit http://www.sharonwilharm.comFor information about the women&apos;s event at Springfield Baptist Church visit http://www.springfield-baptist.comTo follow What’s Your Story on Instagram visit http://www.instagram.com/whatsyourstory.podcastTo connect with Hannah visit http://www.hannahrconway.comTo connect with Stephani visit http://www.stephanicook.orgCover photo by Alison Weakley PhotographyBackground music by Scott HolmesSupport the show (HTTPS://www.buymeacoffee.com/wyspodcast)

Sharon Wilharm - Christian Speaker, Ministry Leader and Podcast Host

Melanie Redd is the president and founder of Hope Ministry. She is an author, a speaker and a health coach. On today&apos;s episode Melanie shares about how God has opened all of the doors in her ministry and how he led her to write Live in Light, a 5-minute devotional for teen girls.  To connect with Melanie visit https://melanieredd.com or follow her on all of the social media platforms.  To follow What’s Your Story on Instagram visit http://www.instagram.com/whatsyourstory.podcastTo connect with Hannah visit http://www.hannahrconway.comTo connect with Stephani visit http://www.stephanicook.orgCover photo by Alison Weakley PhotographyBackground music by Scott HolmesSupport the show (HTTPS://www.buymeacoffee.com/wyspodcast)

Melanie Redd - Author, Speaker, and Health Coach

On today&apos;s episode Hannah and Stephani welcome Deborah Voll.  Deborah is a life coach who specializes in helping women over 40 to discover their "next chapter" dreams and passions. In addition to life coaching, Deborah hosts the "Calm the Chaos" podcast and has recently published her first book, The Tell All Guide to Air BNB hosting: Proven Tips and Tricks for Successful Hosting.  You can connect with Deborah at http://www.deborahvoll.com To follow What’s Your Story on Instagram visit http://www.instagram.com/whatsyourstory.podcastTo connect with Hannah visit http://www.hannahrconway.comTo connect with Stephani visit http://www.stephanicook.orgTo help support the WYS podcast visit http://www.buymeacoffee.com/wyspodcastCover photo by Alison Weakley PhotographyBackground music by Scott HolmesSupport the show (HTTPS://www.buymeacoffee.com/wyspodcast)

"What's Your Story?" with Deborah Voll

Mary describes herself as a true southerner who loves the indoors but appreciates a great view and enjoys sipping a sparkling soda on her deck, but only when the humidity is low and the temperature is comfortable.She&apos;s passionate about Jesus,  people, travel, her work with speakers, and finding the next great thing. Whether gadget, app, tool, or resource; she&apos;s an early adopter! When not working, you’ll find her snuggled up on the couch with her guy and their two rescue dogs, Butch and Toby, reading a great business book. Mary is a speaker, host of the Take the Stage podcast and a speaker coach. She&apos;s been the behind the scenes producer for many speaker tours through her work with Compassion International, including tours with Lysa Terkeurst, Annie F. Downs, Angie Smith and many more.  To connect with Mary visit http://www.maryrsnyder.comFor information about the upcoming Encounter tour with Lysa Terkeurst visit https://www.facebook.com/TheEncounterTour/To follow What’s Your Story on Instagram visit http://www.instagram.com/whatsyourstory.podcastTo connect with Hannah visit http://www.hannahrconway.comTo connect with Stephani visit http://www.stephanicook.orgFor On Purpose live tickets visit http://www.stephanicook.org/eventsCover photo by Alison Weakley PhotographyBackground music by Scott HolmesSupport the show (HTTPS://www.buymeacoffee.com/wyspodcast)

"What's Your Story?" with Mary R. Snyder

On today&apos;s episode, we invite Krystin Howard to "flip the mic" and interview Stephani as she shares her story. You&apos;ll get to see behind the curtain a bit as Stephani shares how and why the podcast was started, how she battles overthinking and anxious thoughts, and how her  own insecurities led her into coaching and ministry.  To follow What’s Your Story on Instagram visit http://www.instagram.com/whatsyourstory.podcastTo connect with Hannah visit http://www.hannahrconway.comTo connect with Stephani visit http://www.stephanicook.orgTo purchase tickets for On Purpose Live visit http://www.stephanicook.org/eventsTo purchase the Living an Abundant Life video course visit https://www.stephanicook.org/living-an-abundant-life-courseTo help support the WYS podcast visit http://www.buymeacoffee.com/wyspodcastCover photo by Alison Weakley PhotographyBackground music by Scott HolmesSupport the show (HTTPS://www.buymeacoffee.com/wyspodcast)

"What's Your Story?" Flipping the Mic with Stephani Cook

On today&apos;s episode our dear friend Krystin Howard asks the questions and we hear Hannah&apos;s story. As is often the case when we share our stories, you may be surprised at some of the experiences that make Hannah the person she is today. To follow What’s Your Story on Instagram visit http://www.instagram.com/whatsyourstory.podcastTo connect with Hannah visit http://www.hannahrconway.comTo connect with Stephani visit http://www.stephanicook.orgFor tickets to the On Purpose Live event visit http://www.stephanicook.org/eventsTo purchase the Living an Abundant Life video series visit https://www.stephanicook.org/living-an-abundant-life-courseTo help support the WYS podcast visit http://www.buymeacoffee.com/wyspodcastCover photo by Alison Weakley PhotographyBackground music by Scott Holmes

"What's Your Story?" Flipping the Mic with Hannah Conway

Rebecca began her career as a mental health provider in 1995 working in juvenile residential facilities. She has been licensed as a mental health provider in the state of Tennessee since 1998.  After licensure she set up psychological assessment programs in those facilities and was the primary psychological examiner.She is a Senior Licensed Psychological Examiner, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor who specializes in helping people build better relationships. She also provides coaching and consultation services to professionals.  In 2000, Rebecca opened a part-time private practice and made a career change to school psychology. She worked the next 11 years as a school psychologist, assisting families and educators by serving students with special needs and educating and advocating for children and families through her knowledge of federal special education laws and guidelines.It was during Rebecca’s time in the public school system of a military town, that she began helping military families navigate the needs of their families during deployment and reintegration phases.In 2007, Rebecca founded SAFE: Soldiers and Families Embraced, a non-profit that offers free mental health services to Soldiers, Veterans and their loved ones. As Rebecca opened her private practice full-time in 2011 and began traveling to teach others about working with the military, she left SAFE in 2014.She is currently in full-time private practice in Clarksville, TN, where she focuses on working with active duty service members, veterans and their loved ones. Rebecca enjoys assisting all couples and step-families strengthen their connections. She also loves teaching other professionals about working with the military population.To connect with Rebecca visit http://www.rebeccatownsend.comTo follow What’s Your Story on Instagram visit http://www.instagram.com/whatsyourstory.podcastTo connect with Hannah visit http://www.hannahrconway.comTo connect with Stephani visit http://www.stephanicook.orgTo register for On Purpose Live visit http://www.stephanicook.org/eventsTo help support the WYS podcast visit http://www.buymeacoffee.com/wyspodcastCover photo by Alison Weakley PhotographyBackground music by Scott Holmes

"What's Your Story?" with Rebecca Townsend (Licensed Professional Counselor)

On today&apos;s episode, we host Beth Robertson. Beth is the wife of Larry Robertson (senior pastor of Hilldale Baptist in Clarksville) as well as the mother of six. Hear how God took them from being empty nesters with two grown children to being right back in the parenting game when four incredible children came to spend a few weeks with them over three years ago. To follow What’s Your Story on Instagram visit http://www.instagram.com/whatsyourstory.podcastTo connect with Hannah visit http://www.hannahrconway.comTo connect with Stephani visit http://www.stephanicook.orgTo register for On Purpose Live visit http://www.stephanicook.org/eventsTo help support the WYS podcast visit http://www.buymeacoffee.com/wyspodcastCover photo by Alison Weakley PhotographyBackground music by Scott Holmes

"What's Your Story?" with Beth Robertson (fostering and adoption)

Ami and her husband Brad have raised twelve children (nine of which they adopted through fostering) and have fostered dozens of children over the years. Ami shares their story  and her heart for children who are "fatherless". Additionally, she shares of a new ministry, The Covenant House, that provides housing to children who have aged out of the foster care system and need support to transition to adulthood and independence.  For information about the Covenant House or to contact Ami visit https://thewaytn.orgTo follow What’s Your Story on Instagram visit http://www.instagram.com/whatsyourstory.podcastTo connect with Hannah visit http://www.hannahrconway.comTo connect with Stephani visit http://www.stephanicook.orgFor tickets to ON PURPOSE LIVE visit http://www.stephanicook.org/eventsTo help support the WYS podcast visit http://www.buymeacoffee.com/wyspodcastCover photo by Alison Weakley PhotographyBackground music by Scott Holmes

"What's Your Story?" with Ami Smith (fostering and adoption)

Sara is a historical romance author who desires to speak into women&apos;s lives when they are struggling with mumming, with faith or with life in general. On today&apos;s episode, she openly shares her story of suffering with postpartum depression with all three of her precious children to the point that she required an extended hospital stay. Her openness and honesty will be so helpful to those who may not know how to share their struggle or where to seek support.Sara hopes to break the stigma associated with mental illness and to raise awareness to help so many women who never seek treatment. To connect with Sara visit: http://www.saraturnquist.comFor more information on mental illness visit http://www.nami.orgTo follow What’s Your Story on Instagram visit http://www.instagram.com/whatsyourstory.podcastTo connect with Hannah visit http://www.hannahrconway.comTo connect with Stephani visit http://www.stephanicook.orgTo help support the WYS podcast visit http://www.buymeacoffee.com/wyspodcastCover photo by Alison Weakley PhotographyBackground music by Scott Holmes

"What's Your Story?" with Sara Turnquist (discussing postpartum depression)

Mary DeMuth is an international speaker, literary agent, podcaster, and she’s the novelist and nonfiction author of over forty books, including Pray Every Day (Harvest House Publishers 2020). She loves to help people re-story their lives. She lives in Texas with her husband of 30 years and is the mom to three adult children. Find out more at marydemuth.com. Be prayed for on her daily prayer podcast with over 1.5 million downloads: prayeveryday.show. For sexual abuse resources, visit wetoo.org.  For cards, prints, and artsy fun go to marydemuth.com/art. Find out what she’s looking for as a literary agent at https://www.booksandsuch.com/our-agents/meet-mary-demuth/To follow What’s Your Story on Instagram visit http://www.instagram.com/whatsyourstory.podcastTo connect with Hannah visit http://www.hannahrconway.comTo connect with Stephani visit http://www.stephanicook.orgTo help support the WYS podcast visit http://www.buymeacoffee.com/wyspodcastCover photo by Alison Weakley PhotographyBackground music by Scott HolmesSupport the show (HTTPS://www.buymeacoffee.com/wyspodcast)

"What's Your Story?" with Mary DeMuth

Claire Barnett is a 2019 cum laude graduate of Vanderbilt’s Peabody School, with a Bachelor of Science in Human and Organizational Development. She now works as the Communications Coordinator at Vanderbilt’s Frist Center for Autism and Innovation. Claire is an autism self-advocate and proponent of the neurodiversity movement. She founded the Vanderbilt Autism & Neurodiversity Alliance (VANA) and wrote a disability advocacy column for the Vanderbilt Hustler. She is also a passionate photojournalist and spent two of her three years as an undergraduate student as the Photography Director of the Hustler.In addition to neurodiversity advocacy and photography, Claire is also fascinated by politics and has completed two internships for Senator Lamar Alexander and two internships through the White House Internship Program. She hopes to spend her career doing some combination of photography and writing, autism advocacy, and government service. You can hear Claire&apos;s Tedx talk here: https://youtu.be/FVZu557_k04You can read Claire&apos;s Huffington Post article here: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/autism-awareness-service-dog-ski-resort_n_603e75f5c5b601179ec0e5a7Follow Claire on Instagram @autistic.chick and follow Maeve @maevemakeswaves.To follow What’s Your Story on Instagram visit http://www.instagram.com/whatsyourstory.podcastTo connect with Hannah visit http://www.hannahrconway.comTo connect with Stephani visit http://www.stephanicook.orgTo help support the WYS podcast visit http://www.buymeacoffee.com/wyspodcastCover photo by Alison Weakley PhotographyBackground music by Scott Holmes

"What's Your Story?" with Claire Barnett

With nearly a million book sales, Hallee Bridgeman is a best-selling Christian author who writes action-packed romantic suspense focusing on realistic characters who face real-world problems. Her work has been described as everything from refreshing to heart-stopping exciting and edgy.An Army brat turned Floridian, Hallee and her husband finally settled in central Kentucky so they could enjoy the beautiful changing of the seasons.  Hallee’s oldest daughter is a graduate of the University of Kentucky, her middle son struggles as a hexagonal “autism spectrum” peg in this round world, and her youngest son fills the house with wooshes and bangs as he fights imaginary bad guys while wearing a Spiderman costume and wielding a Ninja sword.When she’s not penning novels, you will find her in the kitchen, which she considers the ‘heart of the home’. Her passion for cooking spurred her to launch a whole food, real food “Parody” cookbook series. In addition to nutritious, Biblically grounded recipes, readers will find that each cookbook also confronts some controversial aspect of secular pop culture.Hallee has served as the Director of the Kentucky Christian Writers Conference, President of the Faith-Hope-Love chapter of the Romance Writers of America, is a member of the American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW), and the American Christian Writers (ACW), and Novelists, Inc. (NINC). An accomplished speaker, Hallee has taught and inspired writers around the globe, from Sydney, Australia, to Dallas, Texas, to Portland, Oregon, to Washington, D.C., and all places in between.Hallee loves coffee, campy action movies, and regular date nights with her husband. Above all else, she loves God with all of her heart, soul, mind, and strength; has been redeemed by the blood of Christ; and relies on the presence of the Holy Spirit to guide her. She prays her work here on earth is a blessing to you and would love to hear from you. You can reach Hallee at hallee@halleebridgeman.comTo follow What’s Your Story on Instagram visit http://www.instagram.com/whatsyourstory.podcastTo connect with Hannah visit http://www.hannahrconway.comTo connect with Stephani visit http://www.stephanicook.orgTo order the Living an Abundant Life Course visit https://www.stephanicook.org/living-an-abundant-life-courseTo help support the WYS podcast visit http://www.buymeacoffee.com/wyspodcastCover photo by Alison Weakley PhotographyBackground music by Scott Holmes

"What's Your Story?" with Best-Selling Author Hallee Bridgeman

Real People, Real Faith, Real God. On What's Your Story you will hear women of faith having conversations about real life stuff in a non-judgy, non-churchy way. We hope this will be a place you will feel welcome and will hear honest questions about honest struggles many of us face. Hannah Conway is an author of Christian fiction, a speaker and a women's ministry director in her local church. Stephani Cook is a school psychologist, relationship coach and speaker who helps people identify and explore their God given gifts, personality traits and superpowers so that they can serve God and love others better. Both feel called to minister to women and to help lead them to living in freedom and authenticity as the person God created them to be. On What's Your Story, we'll laugh a lot, may sometimes cry, but will always love because He first loved us.

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