Nancy shares how her marriage, subsequent divorce, and her grandmother’s final days in hospice forced her to confront unhealthy coping, heavy drinking, and the fear of repeating childhood patterns in front of her kids. She talks about her grandmother’s journey from an unschooled girl in El Salvador to a beloved businesswoman and community anchor, and how those roots inspired Nancy to use her voice and multiply the blessings she was given. They also touch on the power of being still (with a nod to Psalms 46:10), the mental side of letting loved ones go, and the quiet suffering that comes from staying in situations just to protect the status quo.

Takeaways:

• Painful seasons (like divorce and grief) can position you to show up more fully for the people who need you most.
• You may only recognize you were “right where you were supposed to be” after the storm has passed.
• Staying in a relationship, job, or role just to protect others’ feelings can lead to silent suffering for everyone involved.
• Unhealthy coping—like heavy drinking—can be a signal that your life feels out of control and something deeper needs to change.
• Asking “What am I avoiding?” can reveal the exact things keeping you stuck in the wrong situation.
• Families sometimes need to give loved ones permission to let go at the end of life so they don’t suffer longer than necessary.
• Being still—rather than constantly distracting yourself—creates space to see what’s really important now.

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