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S2 E20 | How to Use Cancer As a Stepping Stone (instead of it being a stumbling block)

Cancer feels like a huge stumbling block along our path in life. Yet what if we chose to look at it as a stepping stone instead? On today’s episode of Pause. Breathe. Pray.™, I will share a story that reminded me to chose to be a riser and not allow cancer to be a stumbling block on my path in life in hopes to encourage you to do the same.
 
Summary - Reflection and Application
Choose between stumbling block and stepping stone.
Choose to rise up into the roles in life and live with greater purpose.
Meditate on 1 Peter 1:6-7
 
Scripture of the Week ⁠
Though you must endure many trials for a little while. These trials will show that your faith is genuine. It is being tested as fire tests and purifies gold—though your faith is far more precious than mere gold. -1 Peter 1:6-7
 
Encouraging Christian Music - a Spotify Playlist
 
*4 STEPS FOR YOU*
 
1. LEAVE A POSITIVE REVIEW + RATING
2. CLICK HERE for your FREE cancer resources
3. ⁠⁠SIGN UP HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to join the Pause. Breathe. Pray. email community!
4. ORDER A COPY of Our Struggles Have Purpose for yourself or a loved one, and enter PBP20 at checkout to receive 20% the book + FREE SHIPPING
 
Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with cancer? Are you feeling worried, scared, and uncertain about the future? Do you need encouragement, support, and hope as you navigate this unexpected journey?
 
If so, I wholeheartedly understand, and I'm so grateful you are here.
In this podcast, you will learn principles to put into practice to help you keep your eyes, ears, and mind focused on God’s truth to help you experience more peace within as you go through your cancer journey.
 
My name is Shawn Elizabeth George. I'm a wife, mom of three, dog mom to Georgia, and a follower of Jesus. In 2017, I was diagnosed with a rare salivary gland cancer called adenoid cystic carcinoma. I am now NED (No Evidence of Disease), and I am here  to encourage you, and others facing cancer, by sharing what helped me through my journey with cancer. Meditating on God's word is transformational. I pray you take what you learn here and apply it day by day so that you have more rest in your soul.
 
I invite you to join me to pause, breathe, and pray.
 
Let's invite God into the conversation and turn to His word so that you can experience His peace. Now it's time for you to sit back, relax, and listen. Let's take a step of faith together on this transformational, healing journey.
 
With love, care and hope,
Shawn
 
Let’s stay connected!
Email me your story at shawnelizabethgeorge@gmail.com
www.shawnelizabethgeorge.com
www.instagram.com/shawnelizabethgeorge
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S2 E19 | 3 ways to help yourself trust the process

Do you want to get your tumor out ASAP? Do you want to be done with your treatments and putting this cancer thing behind you? I get it. On today’s episode of Pause. Breathe. Pray.™, I will share some wisdom my ENT gave me that helped me trust the process and I hope does the same for you.
 
Summary - Reflection and Application
Divide this process into steps.
Be present on the step you are on.
Meditate on Proverbs 3:5-6
 
Scripture of the Week ⁠
Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make straight your paths  - Proverbs 3:5-6
 
Encouraging Christian Music - a Spotify Playlist
 
*4 STEPS FOR YOU*
 
1. LEAVE A POSITIVE REVIEW + RATING
2. CLICK HERE for your FREE cancer resources
3. ⁠⁠SIGN UP HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to join the Pause. Breathe. Pray. email community!
4. ORDER A COPY of Our Struggles Have Purpose for yourself or a loved one, and enter PBP20 at checkout to receive 20% the book + FREE SHIPPING
 
Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with cancer? Are you feeling worried, scared, and uncertain about the future? Do you need encouragement, support, and hope as you navigate this unexpected journey?
 
If so, I wholeheartedly understand, and I'm so grateful you are here.
In this podcast, you will learn principles to put into practice to help you keep your eyes, ears, and mind focused on God’s truth to help you experience more peace within as you go through your cancer journey.
 
My name is Shawn Elizabeth George. I'm a wife, mom of three, dog mom to Georgia, and a follower of Jesus. In 2017, I was diagnosed with a rare salivary gland cancer called adenoid cystic carcinoma. I am now NED (No Evidence of Disease), and I am here  to encourage you, and others facing cancer, by sharing what helped me through my journey with cancer. Meditating on God's word is transformational. I pray you take what you learn here and apply it day by day so that you have more rest in your soul.
 
I invite you to join me to pause, breathe, and pray.
 
Let's invite God into the conversation and turn to His word so that you can experience His peace. Now it's time for you to sit back, relax, and listen. Let's take a step of faith together on this transformational, healing journey.
 
With love, care and hope,
Shawn
 
Let’s stay connected!
Email me your story at shawnelizabethgeorge@gmail.com
www.shawnelizabethgeorge.com
www.instagram.com/shawnelizabethgeorge
www.facebook.com/shawnelizabethgeorge

S2 E18 | Consider waving the white flag on the offers to help. Here’s why…

Do you have family and friends asking to help with groceries, meals, etc? On today’s episode of Pause. Breathe. Pray.™, I will share why even though you may not want the help now, you may want to wave the white flag and say yes to what is being offered.
 
Summary - Reflection and Application
There is a need…It just may note be yours.
Be mindful when you are the giver.
Meditate on 1 Thessalonians 5:18
 
Scripture of the Week ⁠
Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you  - 1 Thessalonians 5:18
 
Encouraging Christian Music - a Spotify Playlist
 
*4 STEPS FOR YOU*
 
1. LEAVE A POSITIVE REVIEW + RATING
2. CLICK HERE for your FREE cancer resources
3. ⁠⁠SIGN UP HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to join the Pause. Breathe. Pray. email community!
4. ORDER A COPY of Our Struggles Have Purpose for yourself or a loved one, and enter PBP20 at checkout to receive 20% the book + FREE SHIPPING
 
Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with cancer? Are you feeling worried, scared, and uncertain about the future? Do you need encouragement, support, and hope as you navigate this unexpected journey?
If so, I wholeheartedly understand, and I'm so grateful you are here.
In this podcast, you will learn principles to put into practice to help you keep your eyes, ears, and mind focused on God’s truth to help you experience more peace within as you go through your cancer journey.
My name is Shawn Elizabeth George. I'm a wife, mom of three, dog mom to Georgia, and a follower of Jesus. In 2017, I was diagnosed with a rare salivary gland cancer called adenoid cystic carcinoma. I am now NED (No Evidence of Disease), and I am here  to encourage you, and others facing cancer, by sharing what helped me through my journey with cancer. Meditating on God's word is transformational. I pray you take what you learn here and apply it day by day so that you have more rest in your soul.
I invite you to join me to pause, breathe, and pray.
Let's invite God into the conversation and turn to His word so that you can experience His peace. Now it's time for you to sit back, relax, and listen. Let's take a step of faith together on this transformational, healing journey.
With love, care and hope,
Shawn
 
Let’s stay connected!
www.shawnelizabethgeorge.com
www.instagram.com/shawnelizabethgeorge
www.facebook.com/shawnelizabethgeorge

S2 E17 | One question we can to ask to help renew our perspective.

Why does bad new help cleanse our lens and bring us a renewed perspective? On today’s episode of Pause. Breathe. Pray.™, I will share a one question we can ask ourselves to help us see what is good, even when our circumstances haven’t changed.
Summary - Reflection and Application
How has this bad new brought me better perspective?
List three things that you are grateful for.
Meditate on Ephesians 4:23
Scripture of the Week ⁠
And be renewed in the spirit of your mind - Ephesians 4:23
 
Encouraging Playlist on Spotify 
 
*4 STEPS FOR YOU*
1. LEAVE A POSITIVE REVIEW + RATING
2. CLICK HERE for your FREE cancer resources
3. ⁠⁠SIGN UP HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to join the Pause. Breathe. Pray. email community!
4. ORDER A COPY of Our Struggles Have Purpose for yourself or a loved one, and enter PBP20 at checkout to receive 20% the book + FREE SHIPPING
 
Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with cancer? Are you feeling worried, scared, and uncertain about the future? Do you need encouragement, support, and hope as you navigate this unexpected journey?
If so, I wholeheartedly understand, and I'm so grateful you are here.
In this podcast, you will learn principles to put into practice to help you keep your eyes, ears, and mind focused on God’s truth to help you experience more peace within as you go through your cancer journey.
My name is Shawn Elizabeth George. I'm a wife, mom of three, dog mom to Georgia, and a follower of Jesus. In 2017, I was diagnosed with a rare salivary gland cancer called adenoid cystic carcinoma. I am now NED (No Evidence of Disease), and I am here  to encourage you, and others facing cancer, by sharing what helped me through my journey with cancer. Meditating on God's word is transformational. I pray you take what you learn here and apply it day by day so that you have more rest in your soul.
I invite you to join me to pause, breathe, and pray.
Let's invite God into the conversation and turn to His word so that you can experience His peace. Now it's time for you to sit back, relax, and listen. Let's take a step of faith together on this transformational, healing journey.
With love, care and hope,
Shawn
 
Let’s stay connected!
www.shawnelizabethgeorge.com
www.instagram.com/shawnelizabethgeorge
www.facebook.com/shawnelizabethgeorge

S2 E16 | One way to help your family and friends process their emotions.

You have enough emotions going one, taking on your extended relatives and friend’s emotions isn’t what you need to be doing. On today’s episode of Pause. Breathe. Pray.™, I will share a one way to help your family and friends handle their emotions…and then send this episode their way to help them understand what you need from them in this time.
 
Summary - Reflection and Application
Define your circles of love (S2 E15)
Love in, emotions out.
Meditate on -John 13:34
 
Scripture of the Week ⁠
A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another. -John 13:34
 
LINKS TO ARTICLES:
Ring Theory
Cancer manifesto
 
Encouraging Christian Music - a Spotify Playlist
 
*4 STEPS FOR YOU*
1. LEAVE A POSITIVE REVIEW + RATING
2. CLICK HERE for your FREE cancer resources
3. ⁠⁠SIGN UP HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to join the Pause. Breathe. Pray. email community!
4. ORDER A COPY of Our Struggles Have Purpose for yourself or a loved one, and enter PBP20 at checkout to receive 20% the book + FREE SHIPPING
 
Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with cancer? Are you feeling worried, scared, and uncertain about the future? Do you need encouragement, support, and hope as you navigate this unexpected journey?
If so, I wholeheartedly understand, and I'm so grateful you are here.
In this podcast, you will learn principles to put into practice to help you keep your eyes, ears, and mind focused on God’s truth to help you experience more peace within as you go through your cancer journey.
My name is Shawn Elizabeth George. I'm a wife, mom of three, dog mom to Georgia, and a follower of Jesus. In 2017, I was diagnosed with a rare salivary gland cancer called adenoid cystic carcinoma. I am now NED (No Evidence of Disease), and I am here  to encourage you, and others facing cancer, by sharing what helped me through my journey with cancer. Meditating on God's word is transformational. I pray you take what you learn here and apply it day by day so that you have more rest in your soul.
I invite you to join me to pause, breathe, and pray.
Let's invite God into the conversation and turn to His word so that you can experience His peace. Now it's time for you to sit back, relax, and listen. Let's take a step of faith together on this transformational, healing journey.
With love, care and hope,
Shawn
 
Let’s stay connected!
www.shawnelizabethgeorge.com
www.instagram.com/shawnelizabethgeorge
www.facebook.com/shawnelizabethgeorge

S2 E15 | One thing to do to remind you that you are never alone and that you are encircled with love.

On this cancer journey, you will find yourself alone while getting scans, maybe on the drive to an appointment, or alone in bed at night. Yet I want to remind you that you are never alone. On today’s episode of Pause. Breathe. Pray.™, I will share one thing you can do to do to remind yourself that you are encircled with love and will encourage you to lean into them.
Summary - Reflection and Application
Define your circles of love and lean into them.
Remind yourself whose circles of love you are in too.
Meditate on Matthew 28:20
Scripture of the Week ⁠
And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age. - Matthew 28:20
Encouraging Christian Music - a Spotify Playlist
 
*4 STEPS FOR YOU*
1. LEAVE A POSITIVE REVIEW + RATING
2. CLICK HERE for your FREE cancer resources
3. ⁠⁠SIGN UP HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to join the Pause. Breathe. Pray. email community!
4. ORDER A COPY of Our Struggles Have Purpose for yourself or a loved one, and enter PBP20 at checkout to receive 20% the book + FREE SHIPPING
 
Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with cancer? Are you feeling worried, scared, and uncertain about the future? Do you need encouragement, support, and hope as you navigate this unexpected journey?
If so, I wholeheartedly understand, and I'm so grateful you are here.
In this podcast, you will learn principles to put into practice to help you keep your eyes, ears, and mind focused on God’s truth to help you experience more peace within as you go through your cancer journey.
My name is Shawn Elizabeth George. I'm a wife, mom of three, dog mom to Georgia, and a follower of Jesus. In 2017, I was diagnosed with a rare salivary gland cancer called adenoid cystic carcinoma. I am now NED (No Evidence of Disease), and I am here  to encourage you, and others facing cancer, by sharing what helped me through my journey with cancer. Meditating on God's word is transformational. I pray you take what you learn here and apply it day by day so that you have more rest in your soul.
I invite you to join me to pause, breathe, and pray.
Let's invite God into the conversation and turn to His word so that you can experience His peace. Now it's time for you to sit back, relax, and listen. Let's take a step of faith together on this transformational, healing journey.
With love, care and hope,
Shawn
 
Let’s stay connected!
Email me your story at shawnelizabethgeorge@gmail.com
www.shawnelizabethgeorge.com
www.instagram.com/shawnelizabethgeorge
www.facebook.com/shawnelizabethgeorge

S2 E14 | Waiting rooms may not just be for waiting

What do you do while you’re in the waiting room? Naturally we think we are there to wait for the doctor. But what if God has us there for another purpose? On today’s episode of Pause. Breathe. Pray.™, I will share a story about a surprising interaction in the waiting room and what it taught me.
Summary - Reflection and Application
Be kind to others, even when they may not be kind
May we not only receive love, may we be loving to others.
Meditate on Ephesians 4:32
Scripture of the Week ⁠
Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God has forgiven you. - Ephesians 4:32
Encouraging Christian Music - a Spotify Playlist
 
*4 STEPS FOR YOU*
1. LEAVE A POSITIVE REVIEW + RATING
2. CLICK HERE for your FREE cancer resources
3. ⁠⁠SIGN UP HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to join the Pause. Breathe. Pray. email community!
4. ORDER A COPY of Our Struggles Have Purpose for yourself or a loved one, and enter PBP20 at checkout to receive 20% the book + FREE SHIPPING
 
Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with cancer? Are you feeling worried, scared, and uncertain about the future? Do you need encouragement, support, and hope as you navigate this unexpected journey?
If so, I wholeheartedly understand, and I'm so grateful you are here.
In this podcast, you will learn principles to put into practice to help you keep your eyes, ears, and mind focused on God’s truth to help you experience more peace within as you go through your cancer journey.
My name is Shawn Elizabeth George. I'm a wife, mom of three, dog mom to Georgia, and a follower of Jesus. In 2017, I was diagnosed with a rare salivary gland cancer called adenoid cystic carcinoma. I am now NED (No Evidence of Disease), and I am here  to encourage you, and others facing cancer, by sharing what helped me through my journey with cancer. Meditating on God's word is transformational. I pray you take what you learn here and apply it day by day so that you have more rest in your soul.
I invite you to join me to pause, breathe, and pray.
Let's invite God into the conversation and turn to His word so that you can experience His peace. Now it's time for you to sit back, relax, and listen. Let's take a step of faith together on this transformational, healing journey.
With love, care and hope,
Shawn
Let’s stay connected!
www.shawnelizabethgeorge.com
www.instagram.com/shawnelizabethgeorge
www.facebook.com/shawnelizabethgeorge

S2 E13 | Three steps to take to experience more calm within.

Are you seeking more calm within? What we put in our eyes and ears can help. On today’s episode of Pause. Breathe. Pray.™, I will share three things to do to help experience more calm within.
 
Summary - Reflection and Application
Be discerning about what you read and listen to.
Focus on God’s Word and truth.
Meditate on Psalm 46:1
 
Scripture of the Week ⁠
God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.
- Psalm 46:1
 
Encouraging Christian Music - a Spotify Playlist
 
*4 STEPS FOR YOU*
 
1. LEAVE A POSITIVE REVIEW + RATING
2. CLICK HERE for your FREE cancer resources
3. ⁠⁠SIGN UP HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to join the Pause. Breathe. Pray. email community!
4. ORDER A COPY of Our Struggles Have Purpose for yourself or a loved one, and enter PBP20 at checkout to receive 20% the book + FREE SHIPPING
 
Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with cancer? Are you feeling worried, scared, and uncertain about the future? Do you need encouragement, support, and hope as you navigate this unexpected journey?
 
If so, I wholeheartedly understand, and I'm so grateful you are here.
In this podcast, you will learn principles to put into practice to help you keep your eyes, ears, and mind focused on God’s truth to help you experience more peace within as you go through your cancer journey.
 
My name is Shawn Elizabeth George. I'm a wife, mom of three, dog mom to Georgia, and a follower of Jesus. In 2017, I was diagnosed with a rare salivary gland cancer called adenoid cystic carcinoma. I am now NED (No Evidence of Disease), and I am here  to encourage you, and others facing cancer, by sharing what helped me through my journey with cancer. Meditating on God's word is transformational. I pray you take what you learn here and apply it day by day so that you have more rest in your soul.
 
I invite you to join me to pause, breathe, and pray.
 
Let's invite God into the conversation and turn to His word so that you can experience His peace. Now it's time for you to sit back, relax, and listen. Let's take a step of faith together on this transformational, healing journey.
 
With love, care and hope,
Shawn
 
Let’s stay connected!
Email me your story at shawnelizabethgeorge@gmail.com
www.shawnelizabethgeorge.com
www.instagram.com/shawnelizabethgeorge
www.facebook.com/shawnelizabethgeorge

S2 E12 | Unsure of how to tell your family that you have cancer? 5 tips to guide you.

Are you unsure of how to tell your family that you have cancer? When I was diagnosed Kate, Gavin and Matt were 10, 9 and 4 so I understand this challenge. On today’s episode of Pause. Breathe. Pray.™, I will share 5 tips that helped me decide how to tell our family I had cancer that I pray will help you too.
 
Summary - Reflection and Application
Decide if you will tell them or not.
A thought to help: Treat them the way you would want to be treated.
Be honest.
Keep what you share age appropriate.
Meditate on Psalm 19:14
 
Scripture of the Week ⁠
May these words of my mouth and this meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight - Psalm 19:14
 
 
*4 STEPS FOR YOU*
 
1. LEAVE A POSITIVE REVIEW + RATING
2. CLICK HERE for your FREE cancer resources
3. ⁠⁠SIGN UP HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to join the Pause. Breathe. Pray. email community!
4. ORDER A COPY of Our Struggles Have Purpose for yourself or a loved one, and enter PBP20 at checkout to receive 20% the book + FREE SHIPPING
 
Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with cancer? Are you feeling worried, scared, and uncertain about the future? Do you need encouragement, support, and hope as you navigate this unexpected journey?
 
If so, I wholeheartedly understand, and I'm so grateful you are here.
In this podcast, you will learn principles to put into practice to help you keep your eyes, ears, and mind focused on God’s truth to help you experience more peace within as you go through your cancer journey.
 
My name is Shawn Elizabeth George. I'm a wife, mom of three, dog mom to Georgia, and a follower of Jesus. In 2017, I was diagnosed with a rare salivary gland cancer called adenoid cystic carcinoma. I am now NED (No Evidence of Disease), and I am here  to encourage you, and others facing cancer, by sharing what helped me through my journey with cancer. Meditating on God's word is transformational. I pray you take what you learn here and apply it day by day so that you have more rest in your soul.
 
I invite you to join me to pause, breathe, and pray.
 
Let's invite God into the conversation and turn to His word so that you can experience His peace. Now it's time for you to sit back, relax, and listen. Let's take a step of faith together on this transformational, healing journey.
 
With love, care and hope,
Shawn
 
Let’s stay connected!
Email me your story at shawnelizabethgeorge@gmail.com
www.shawnelizabethgeorge.com
www.instagram.com/shawnelizabethgeorge
www.facebook.com/shawnelizabethgeorge

S2 E11 | Do you feel like this is all too much and you may break? Three tips to help you bend and not break.

Do you feel like this is all too much and you may break? If so, be sure to tune into today’s episode of Pause. Breathe. Pray.™, for three tips to help you bend so that you don’t break.
 
Summary - Reflection and Application
Be rooted in a solid foundation.
Prune away what is extra weight in this time.
Pray to go with the flow and not resist the process.
Meditate on Colossians 2:7
 
Scripture of the Week ⁠
Let your roots grow down into him, and let your lives be built on him. Then your faith will grow strong in the truth you were taught, and you will overflow with thankfulness. - Colossians 2:7
 
*4 STEPS FOR YOU*
 
1. LEAVE A POSITIVE REVIEW + RATING
2. CLICK HERE for your FREE cancer resources
3. ⁠⁠SIGN UP HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to join the Pause. Breathe. Pray. email community!
4. ORDER A COPY of Our Struggles Have Purpose for yourself or a loved one, and enter PBP20 at checkout to receive 20% the book + FREE SHIPPING
 
Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with cancer? Are you feeling worried, scared, and uncertain about the future? Do you need encouragement, support, and hope as you navigate this unexpected journey?
 
If so, I wholeheartedly understand, and I'm so grateful you are here.
In this podcast, you will learn principles to put into practice to help you keep your eyes, ears, and mind focused on God’s truth to help you experience more peace within as you go through your cancer journey.
 
My name is Shawn Elizabeth George. I'm a wife, mom of three, dog mom to Georgia, and a follower of Jesus. In 2017, I was diagnosed with a rare salivary gland cancer called adenoid cystic carcinoma. I am now NED (No Evidence of Disease), and I am here  to encourage you, and others facing cancer, by sharing what helped me through my journey with cancer. Meditating on God's word is transformational. I pray you take what you learn here and apply it day by day so that you have more rest in your soul.
 
I invite you to join me to pause, breathe, and pray.
 
Let's invite God into the conversation and turn to His word so that you can experience His peace. Now it's time for you to sit back, relax, and listen. Let's take a step of faith together on this transformational, healing journey.
 
With love, care and hope,
Shawn
 
Let’s stay connected!
Email me your story at shawnelizabethgeorge@gmail.com
www.shawnelizabethgeorge.com
www.instagram.com/shawnelizabethgeorge
www.facebook.com/shawnelizabethgeorge