09| A Christmas Miracle, being a Bad Catholic, and Finding God in our Journeys: featuring Trisha Espinoza

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Summary

In this episode of the Anchor with Purpose podcast, Melissa interviews Trisha Epinoza, host of the Bad Catholic Podcast. 

 

Trisha shares her profound faith journey, detailing her struggles with trauma and the transformative power of faith. She discusses her transition from a successful career in television to becoming an executive coach, emphasizing the importance of helping women find their purpose. 

 

Trisha also recounts a miraculous Christmas story involving her father's health, illustrating the power of prayer and belief. Throughout the conversation, she reflects on her doubts and the lessons learned, ultimately inspiring listeners to embrace their own journeys of faith and healing. 

 

In this engaging conversation, Trisha shares her journey of embracing her identity as a 'bad Catholic' and the importance of owning one's story, including the messy parts. She discusses her podcast, where she explores faith and authenticity, encouraging listeners to accept themselves as they are. Trisha also highlights her coaching approach, focusing on helping women integrate their faith into their personal growth journeys. The conversation touches on dreaming big and the importance of not questioning one's aspirations. Trisha shares her upcoming projects, including a memoir and a suite of courses aimed at empowering women.

 

Takeaways

• Trisha's faith journey was significantly impacted by trauma.
• She experienced a 30-year break from her faith after a traumatic event.
• Recognizing the need for change led her back to faith.
• Her career shift was driven by a desire to help others.
• Trisha's story emphasizes the importance of personal growth and healing.
• The Christmas miracle story highlights the power of prayer.
• Doubt is a natural part of the faith journey.
• Authenticity in sharing struggles can empower others.
• Trisha's mission is to help women find their God-given purpose.
• Healing often comes through storytelling and connection. Own all parts of your story, including the messy ones.
• Being a 'bad Catholic' can mean being authentic and true to oneself.
• It's important to accept others for who they are in faith.
• Coaching should focus on the client's journey, not the coach's opinions.
• Listening to your inner voice is crucial for personal growth.
• Dreaming big starts with authenticity and not questioning your desires.
• Structure can help women navigate their personal growth journeys.
• The Holy Spirit guides us in our coaching and mentorship.
• Sharing stories can inspire and empower others.
• Building a community of support is essential for growth.

Sound Bites

"I had nothing to do with it."

"It was such a beautiful experience."

"It actually happened."

"Own all of your story, all of it."

"God meets you where you are."

"I want to give women some structure."

"He has given me so much to work with."

"I really appreciate it, thank you."

"We went from BFF to family."

 

Chapters

00:00 - Faith Journey: From Trauma to Transformation

05:01 - Career Shift: From Television to Coaching

09:59 - The Power of Prayer: A Christmas Miracle

19:55 - Reflections on Doubt and Faith

25:22 - Owning Your Story

26:15 - The Bad Catholic Podcast

29:14 - Authenticity in Faith

33:30 - Coaching with Faith

37:39 - Dreaming Big

40:20 - Upcoming Projects and Goals

 

Keywords

faith, trauma, transformation, coaching, prayer, miracles, personal growth, women's empowerment, storytelling, healing, faith, authenticity, coaching, podcast, personal growth, women empowerment, dreaming big, spirituality, Bad Catholic, leadership

 

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