What if waiting isn’t wasted time? In this episode of Vitality Conversations, Rana sits down with Nikki Blanton to talk about what it looks like to slow down, listen for God, and trust Him with the next step. Nikki shares how God has been shaping Heartbeat for Jesus through movement, ministry, community, and seasons of active rest. This conversation is a reminder that even when we pause, God is still working—and sometimes the stillness is where He gives us the clarity to keep moving forward.

In this episode of Vitality Conversations, Rana sits down with physical therapist Lacy Laney to explore the connection between pain, inflammation, stress, and whole-body wellness. After walking through her own health journey with mold illness, Lacy shares how understanding your body—from genetics to lifestyle habits—can help uncover the why behind feeling unwell. Together, they discuss practical ways to steward your health, the importance of rest, and how small changes can lead to better living.

Grief can feel like a storm—especially for children and families who don’t know where to turn. In this episode of Vitality Conversations, Rana sits down with her longtime friend Tamari Miller, a grief-support leader with over 25 years of experience, to talk about hope, healing, and why community matters after loss.

Tamari shares the heart behind her new nonprofit, The Umbrella Project—a mobile grief support program created to remove barriers like transportation, cost, and awareness so families can access support right in their own communities. Together, Rana and Tamari discuss why grief is a journey (not an incident), how play helps children process trauma, and why caregivers need support too.

You’ll also hear the powerful meaning behind the name Umbrella Project: something that covers you in the storm so you can keep walking forward—one step at a time.

This conversation is for anyone navigating loss, supporting a grieving family, or looking for practical ways to bring comfort, dignity, and hope in the middle of heartbreak.