Story Of Her

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BONUS EPISODE: That's A Wrap! Jul 13, 2020

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In this episode, host Mandy Black wraps Season 3 of the podcast and makes some announcements about upcoming events and things to be watching for over at www.msmandyblack.com. Season 4 of the podcast will be back in the late fall/winter 2020 Resources Discussed: Being The Beloved Single Ladies Retreat Story Of Her Community: www.instagram.com/storyofherpodcast www.instagram.com/msmandyblack

How To Date With Dignity & Intention And Trust God With Your Love Story Jun 22, 2020

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Jessica Shakir has been working as a Hair + Makeup Artist for 22 years with celebrity clientele that includes Colbie Caillat, Kevin Bacon, Jane Lynch, Selma Blair, The Backstreet Boys, and Eminem. Her clients often refer to her as their Beauty BFF! She'll help you look gorgeous, but more importantly, she'll empower you to FEEL beautiful+ LIVE brave so you can fulfill your God-given assignment here on Earth!

On this episode Jessica shares some of her own love story - she is someone who didn't get married until her late thirties and has such a powerful testimony of what it looks like to not only date with dignity, but also to make the most of your single years. She chats all about what it was like to wait well and trust God during her single years. As well as what it means to her to date with dignity and set the bar high when it comes to sex, marriage, the space between almost but not yet.

Hope Rises In The Midst Of The Brokenness with Karrie Garcia Jun 08, 2020

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Karrie Garcia is a pastor, life coach, author and CEO who inspires change in others by boldly sharing her journey to freedom. Karrie is not afraid to wade through deep waters, because she has seen first hand how God's true redemptive purpose for our lives does not begin once we're free from pain, rather it stems directly out of that pain.

Today, Karrie is on a mission to redefine freedom for others through her nonprofit, Freedom Movement. Since 2014, she has fostered an environment at Freedom Movement where anyone can begin to process and heal, whether they're taking their first or their last step on the road to freedom through the organization's tours, events, workshops and one-on-one coaching. Karrie is also the author of The Exchange, an interactive nine-week course through which she guides individuals and groups from hurting to hope with readings, videos and reflections.

On this episode Karrie shares some of her own story of the brokenness that she had to walk through to get to the freedom that she walks in and leads from today. Mandy and Karrie chat all about how to navigate the questions and doubts that we all inevitably experience at some point in our faith journey's. And we chat about how to claim freedom in your life and live from a place of authenticity and wholeness. SHOW NOTES STORY OF HER INSTAGRAM COMMUNITY SINGLE LADIES RETREAT INFO

A Powerful Story Of Home & Heart Restoration with Meshali Mitchell May 18, 2020

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Meshali Mitchell is a widely sought after portrait photographer originally from Arkansas, but now residing in Texas. The quality of her work stands alone, known by its immersion in heart and soul. She owns and operates Meshali Mitchell Photo, which is run out of her home but takes her all over the world. She is a creative image builder, confident in her style, and recognized for her ability capture the true heart of a moment. She has also been featured on sites such as West Elm and CB2 Home Decor

On this episode Mandy and Meshali chat all about how Meshali got to where she is now as a widely sought after photographer. And then they dive into the conversation of home and heart restoration. Meshali tells the story of how - back in May of 2018 through an unforeseen step of faith, the combination of a deep love for Christ, a heart for restoration, and an eye for creativity - she purchased an 1886 Farmhouse. During this time, she began to document the restorative process, noticing how closely it paralleled her personal story of restoration--room by room, piece by piece. Soon after, she began to realize the house was all of our stories. Broken to beautiful. Beauty from ashes. Nothing too far beyond God's reach. This current project and movement "A House God is Building" is now being carried across the nation into hearts of people who desperately need to be reminded of the restorative, transforming power of Christ's love. EPISODE SHOW NOTES STORY OF HER INSTAGRAM COMMUNITY

How To Take Charge Of Your Holistic Health And Prepare Your Body For Pregnancy May 11, 2020

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Justine Campbell is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and holistic Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, podcaster and healthy living enthusiast, sharing her passion for cultivating the healthy life using the power of real food + non-toxic living. Her healthy living and preventative wellness company is pioneering the preconception prep movement and works to educate and empower women + couples to help overcome fertility issues, optimize pregnancy outcomes, revamp postpartum health and create littles who flourish. Justine lives in sunny Southern California with her husband Matt, two darling daughters and fluffy Sheepadoodle, Teddy and adores slow spa days, family bedtime snuggles and laughing so hard you cry On this episode Justine and Mandy are talking all things holistic health wellness and preconception preparation. Justine shares some of her own story of loss when it comes to her fertility journey, as well as how her experiences of loss catapulted her into her calling to help other couples find success in their fertility journey. She shares practical tips and tricks for how to eat right, manage stress and prepare your body for a healthy pregnancy. She even talks about the role that the man plays in the relationship when it comes to a couples fertility health. So if you are someone who is hoping to get pregnant someday, whether that be tomorrow, or 10 years from now, this episode is for you. SHOW NOTES STORY OF HER INSTAGRAM COMMUNITY

The Freedom Of Living From Your Identity, Instead Of For Your Identity May 04, 2020

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Hosanna Wong is an Author, Bible-Teacher, and Spoken Word Artist who shares captivating stories of a powerful God with churches, conferences, prisons, & other events around the country year-round. She is passionate about empowering this generation to know who they are, & boldly live out their purpose.

On the show today Hosanna opens up with her spoken word piece I Have A New Name. She then shares all about her experience growing up on the street of San Francisco and how that formed the woman she is today and the ministry that she leads. And then Mandy and Hosanna have a rich conversation all about the joy and freedom that comes through living into your full and true identity. As well as the importance of living from your identity and not for your identity. Click Here For Show Notes

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Coronavirus & Mental Health: How To Be A Non-Anxious Presence Apr 27, 2020

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On this episode Mandy talks all about how to be a non-anxious presence in the midst of the COVID19 Pandemic. She shares all about the science behind how to wire our brains for happiness. And then shares five practical tips and tricks on how to live a less anxious, more joyful life. She also speaks all about the importance of gaining perspective and seeing the silver lining in the midst of everything that is happening in our world right now. SHOW NOTES: www.msmandyblack.com/covidandmentalhealth CONNECT WITH MANDY: www.instagram.com/storyofherpodcast

Racial Reconciliation And Home Restoration with Kennesha Buycks Apr 20, 2020

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On this episode Mandy has a conversation with Kennesha Buycks. Kennesha is the creator of Restoration House--a home and lifestyle brand + blog focusing on creating spaces that fulfill beyond the aesthetic and that speak to the restorative aspects of home. Kennesha is a Southern transplant to the Pacific Northwest, she has a passion for connecting others, gathering, and inspirational styling and design.

On this episode Kennesha shares her own story of home and heart restoration. She speaks all about the initial inspiration behind Restoration House and how often our homes can reflect our hearts, our desires, and our history. She also shares some practical tips and tricks for home design.

And then in the second half of the interview (at about 34 minutes) Mandy and Kennesha shift directions and talk all about Racial reconciliation, intentional living, and the difference between being not racist vs being anti-racist. This is an incredibly rich and full conversation. You won't want to miss it.

Turning Tragedy To Purpose with Lauren Scruggs Kennedy Apr 13, 2020

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On this episode Mandy is chatting with New York Times best selling author and fashion journalist, Lauren Scruggs Kennedy. Lauren received international media attention after an accident in 2011 in which Lauren walked into an airplane's spinning propeller, losing her left eye and her left hand and sustaining brain damage. In this episode Lauren and Mandy talk all about how the aftermath of her accident really led her to challenge her own definition of beauty, identity, and purpose. They also chat all about the inspiration behind the LSK foundation, which was founded by Lauren and exists to restore dignity and ignite faith in girls and women who have lost limbs. This interview is chalk full of truth, empowerment, and inspiration. SHOW NOTES: www.msmandyblack.com/podcast/laurenscruggs SOH COMMUNITY: www.instagram.com/storyofherpodcast BEING THE BELOVED RETREAT: www.msmandyblack.com/beingthebeloved

My Favorite Things: A Holiday Gift & Recipe Guide Dec 16, 2019

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On this episode host, Mandy Black, shares her top 10 Favorite Things. Her list includes her favorite books, skincare products, jewelry line, and her favorite recipe ideas. This episode serves as a holiday gift and recipe guide. EPISODE SHOW NOTES: www.msmandyblack.com/living/favoritethings

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