How does God heal you emotionally, when committing suicide, because you feel trapped in an abusive marriage, feels like a more honorable solution than getting a divorce? My guest for today’s interview is Mel Shipman of NextLevel Life. Mel is a life purpose coach, an author and speaker. In this episode Mel shares how God redeemed her from an emotionally abusive marriage, how she grievied the loss of the life she had imagined and how she's learning to trust that God is using her past to redeem her future. National Domestic Violence Hotline Christian Counselors: Kelli Center of Centered Living Counseling & Coaching Services Biblical Counseling of Arizona Quote: "My marriage was not the recipient of my healing. Walking out the door was the catalyst for my healing." Show Notes: www.lifewithcoachmel.com Instagram: @coachmelshipman FB: @nextlevellifellc Adventures of Hot Mama Fearless StoryTellers Movement "When the Soul Cries" Book *********************** 5 Day Challenge: Join the Focus.me Project The STRONG Womanhood Growth Journal: Activate the Courage to Live Out Your Calling is a self directed guide for women who want to be active participants in their personal transformation and are looking for a process to mentor them through it. And it's finally here! Get it at Amazon: BUY THE BOOK Amazon Book Review: "I highly recommend this journal. I discovered actionable steps to take on my next journey into becoming more consistent with reaching my goals. The messages shared by Kendra are full of wisdom and timeless. The thought provoking questions will assist you in transforming into a confident and courageous woman." *********************** Subscribe to the #WorkYourPlan Podcast and published episodes will come right to the podcast app on your phone and/or join our email list for a daily email reminder when a new episode is ready. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe, rate it on iTunes with a short review. Connect with Kendra personally @kendratillman on Instagram. Ask a question on the podcast episode at strongher.me/blog or by emailing [email protected].