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Summary:

In this episode of the Caretakers Journey podcast, Lori Ann Wood and her husband Dell discuss how Lori's diagnosis of a serious heart condition has affected their relationship and their faith.

They emphasize the importance of gratitude and finding blessings in the midst of difficult circumstances.

Dell shares his perspective as a caregiver and the need for self-care.

Lori encourages listeners to embrace the questions and doubts that come with a detour in life and to lean into their faith.

They also discuss the role of expectations and grace in their relationship.

Takeaways:

• Embrace the questions and doubts that come with a detour in life and lean into your faith.

• Express gratitude and find blessings in the midst of difficult circumstances.

• Take care of yourself as a caregiver and prioritize self-care.

• Navigate the changing roles and expectations in a relationship with grace.

• Find joy and purpose in the present moment and appreciate the gift of each day.

• Navigating Changing Roles and Expectations with Grace

• Taking Care of Yourself as a Caregiver: Prioritizing Self-Care

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

03:01 Navigating the Impact of a Diagnosis

10:51 The Importance of Self-Care and Gratitude

20:02 Embracing the Unknown: Asking Difficult Faith Questions

24:58 Bridging the Gap: From Expectations to Grace

31:09 Conclusion

Connect with Lori Ann:

Website:https://loriannwood.com/

Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BS4PH35M/

Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Lori-Ann-Wood/author/B0BSBD6KBT

Social Media:

https://www.facebook.com/DivinelyDetoured/

https://www.instagram.com/loriannwood/

Connect with Carole:

Website - https://www.thecaretakersjourney.com/

Social Media - 

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/carolesjourney/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/carolesjourney

Book - https://www.carolesjourney.com/book