Sara interviews author and former journalist/news anchor, Jillian Benfield as she shares her unexpected journey of having a child with Down Syndrome and the societal pressure to "overcome" grief quickly. Jillian emphasizes the importance of allowing yourself to fully grieve and unlearn negative beliefs about worth and disability. She also discusses her book, "The Gift of the Unexpected," which talks about laying down her thoughts and leaning into what God was showing her.
Ep. 123; April 11, 2023
Key Moments:
[3:39] Jillian’s diagnosis story
[10:25] Undergoing grief, not overcoming it
[13:17] Life after diagnosis is transformative
[15:27] Worth attached to my resume
[22:12] How to handle the seasons when there is no bright side
[26:22] Asking ‘why’ is a worthwhile question
Resources:
Jillian Benfield’s Website
The Gift of the Unexpected: Discovering Who You Were Meant to Be When Life Goes Off Plan
Working Through Weariness: 6 Tools to Reclaim Goodness
5 Spiritual Comforts for Parents of Kids with Disabilities
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