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The Faithful Leader™: Unfiltered Stories of Courage and Impact
Welcome to The Faithful Leader™: Unfiltered Stories of Courage and Impact—your trusted guide when the road gets tough and the answers aren’t clear.
Through raw, honest conversations with leaders who’ve faced adversity head-on, we uncover the lessons of resilience, emotional health, and faith-driven courage. This podcast is here to remind you that you’re not alone in the struggle and to equip you with the wisdom and tools to rise above.
Whether you’re navigating high-stakes decisions or searching for clarity in chaos, each episode offers practical insights and authentic stories to inspire bold, compassionate leadership.
Join us to explore what it means to lead with purpose, transform challenges into opportunities, and build a legacy that empowers generations to come.
🎧 Tune in, and let this be your guide through the storms of leadership.
The Faithful Leader™: Unfiltered Stories of Courage and Impact
Sacred Journey: Stories of Faithful Leadership with Jennifer Owens, LMSW
In this episode, Dr. Weinkauf welcomed Jennifer Owens, a hospice social worker with 27 years of experience. Jennifer shared her journey through personal challenges, including divorce, and how she maintained joy and gratitude amidst suffering.
For Jennifer, facing the grief head-on was crucial. She embraced a process of repentance and confession, finding healing and gratitude through the pain. She emphasized the importance of acknowledging and processing grief, understanding it as a gift that enables deeper empathy and resilience.
Jennifer highlighted the significance of being present for others, emphasizing the value of listening and genuine engagement. She shared practices for self-care, including slowing down, creating quiet moments for reflection, and prioritizing rest. Jennifer underscored the importance of pacing oneself and being attuned to inner and outer signals that indicate the need for a step back.
Regarding supporting others through transitions and grief, Jennifer emphasized the importance of "being" rather than "doing." She encouraged companionship, quiet presence, and creating spaces where individuals can simply be themselves without pressure for conversation or action.
Overall, Jennifer's story and insights on faithful leadership underscore the transformative power of embracing vulnerability, practicing gratitude, and prioritizing self-care and genuine connection in navigating life's challenges.
Connect with Jennifer:
Website - The Owens Group
Psychology of Everyday Success Network on Facebook
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