Courageous Crossroads
Welcome to "The Courageous Podcast," where we delve into the inspiring tales of ordinary people who have shown unwavering bravery in the face of challenges. Join us as we explore the multifaceted dimensions of courage and ask our guests, "What's the most courageous thing you've ever done?"
Host Jeff Johnson guides these conversations with empathy and curiosity, creating a safe space for guests to share their personal experiences. From daring leaps of faith to small yet powerful acts of bravery, you'll hear stories that resonate with the universal human experience.
Through these narratives, we aim to inspire and uplift our listeners, fostering a sense of connection and empowerment. Our guests' stories remind us that bravery is not the absence of fear but the triumph over it.
"The Courageous Podcast" is not just about sharing tales of valor; it's about building a community of individuals who find strength in vulnerability and authenticity.
Join us as we celebrate the indomitable human spirit, one story of courage at a time. Get ready to be inspired, uplifted, and motivated to embrace your own inner courage, whatever that might look like.
Courageous Crossroads
Homemade Courage: Ariel Forsberg on Faith, Tallow, and Raising Brave Kids
On this special episode of Courageous Crossroads, Jeff Johnson welcomes Ariel Forsberg, a resilient and deeply grounded woman whose story of faith, family, and fearless commitment is both inspiring and refreshingly authentic. Ariel lives with her husband and four children on the North Shore of Oahu, in a sugarcane plantation home just a stone’s throw from the beach, where feral roosters roam and the rhythm of life reflects old-school simplicity and deep spiritual conviction. A self-described “old-school hippie,” Ariel homeschools her children, tends to their
homestead lifestyle, and believes in going back to the roots of healthy, intentional living—from making homemade tallow-based shampoo to cultivating family values rooted in faith and independence. Raised in a tight-knit pastor’s family in rural Colorado, Ariel's courageous journey includes marrying Drew, a Navy SEAL, facing long deployments and seasons of isolation, and raising young children without extended family nearby. In this heartfelt conversation, she reflects on what it means to be courageous as a mother, wife, and believer and shares how God has
shaped her life through seasons of change, trust, and steadfast love.
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