#36 Disordered Perfection: Emily–Free from fear

Emily lives in Vancouver Washington.

Growing pains — Emily talks about the first few months of motherhood and the new ways God is showering her with love and patience. 03:40 
Birth of a people pleaser — Emily shares about her childhood, a live-changing family tragedy and how it shaped her search for identity 9:41
Seeking comfort, pursing perfection — in response to tragedy and rejection, high school Emily fell into a decade-long journey with eating disorders 22:28
“This is how it’ll be.” Emily talks about airing the dirty laundry with then-boyfriend Justin in attempts to lay it all on the table. 34:00
Emily talks about not having a plan to handle the struggles of marriage due to the lies both in her and Justin’s life. 40:00
Pleasant Valley — Emily shares about the season when her life was spiritually transformed. 49:15
Emily talks about how the Holy Spirit was a pivotal and new realization in her understanding of the Gospel. 51:50
“The Holy Spirit told me we’re going to be parents.” And Emily was NOT. READY. She shares about the fear and health issues that plagued her life. 57:20
“Every moment with my son is a spiritual, sacred moment.” Emily praises God for His patience and the ways He has changed her life since she received freedom. 1:02:10

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