Lea Turner shares her personal journey of faith, grief, and trauma. She discusses her upbringing in the Methodist church, her conversion to Christianity in high school, and the dramatic events that took place over a three-year span, including the passing of her father, her mother's cancer diagnosis, a house fire, and her son's struggle with addiction. Lea emphasizes the importance of building a strong foundation in faith and finding comfort in God during times of grief and trauma. She also highlights the need for self-care, seeking counseling, and journaling to process emotions. Lea has written a book titled 'The Freedom to Feel: Finding God in the Midst of Grief and Trauma' to help others navigate through unpredictable loss.

Takeaways

• Building a strong foundation in faith is crucial for navigating through grief and trauma.
• Seeking counseling and practicing self-care are important for healing and processing emotions.
• Journaling can help in acknowledging and understanding one's feelings.
• Finding comfort in God during times of grief and trauma is essential.
• Support from the community can make a significant difference in the healing process.
• There is hope and redemption in God, even in the midst of loss and pain.

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