Surthrival Podcast with Stacia | Podcast on RSS.com

Surthrival Podcast with Stacia

Surthrival Podcast with Stacia

by Stacia Gaines

Self-Improvement Mental Health

Season 4

Surthrival Series 4 Episode 5: Making Lemonade

In this episode of Surthrival, Stacia explores the unexpectedly profound truth behind the phrase “making lemonade.” What begins as a story involving drawing of a lemon tree at a prayer session unfolds into a powerful reflection on how God transforms the most bitter seasons of grief into new beginnings. Through examples from her own life, past guests, local ministries, and even a chance encounter at a diner, Stacia shows how pain can be reshaped into compassion, purpose, and healing. She also shares the story behind the upcoming Creative Healing Retreat, a space designed for women longing to move from surviving to rebuilding with creativity, community, and intention. This is an episode for anyone feeling stuck as a reminder that with openness and courage, bitter experiences can truly be transformed into something nourishing and life-giving. To learn more about the Creative Healing Retreat, visit carriepittman.com/retreats. Sponsored by: Lisa Worley of Anchored Life - https://anchoredlife.services

Surthrival Series 4 Episode 4: What Loss Can Teach Us

In this episode, Stacia continues the Remembrance series with Author Beth Miller for a powerful conversation on grief, gratitude, and the tension that exists between the two. Together, they explore the dangers of spiritual bypassing, the “both/and” reality of healing, and the profound metaphor of "black fire" and "white fire". Beth shares her own experiences with loss, which led her to write the book What Loss Can Teach Us, a novel that explores the ways grief can expand us rather than diminish us. Today's Guest: Beth Miller Sponsored by: Kim Marie Carter in memory of her father, Jack Carter

SURTHRIVAL SERIES 4 EPISODE 3: In Remembrance of Me

Two creative theologians dive deep into The Last Supper (Communion) as it relates to grief and remembering. We learn a new term, anamnesis, which means calling to mind to look toward the future. Today's Guest(s): Dr. Shaun King, Senior Pastor, John’s Creek Baptist Church, Alpharetta, GA & Milton Brasher-Cunningham, clergy and author, Mount Carmel Congregational Church, Hamden, CT Sponsored by: In memory of Jack Carter

SURTHRIVAL SERIES 4 Episode 2: Comfort of the Traveling Sisters

n this episode, Charlotte Cushing Cearley recounts the sudden loss of her husband upon their return to the United States after a lifetime spent serving in Africa. Recently, Charlotte invited her two sisters to accompany her on a special birthday trip of remembrance to Africa, revisiting one of the places she and her husband lived and worked. Her story highlights the comfort and healing that come from shared journeys and familial support in times of grief. Sponsored by: In memory of Sandy Cook’s Mom

SURTHRIVAL SERIES 4 EPISODE 1: Hungry Ghosts: Remembering Who We Love

Guest(s): Madison Gaines Norwood, daughter Stacia and her daughter talk about how they’ve remembered their husband and father. Furthermore, they explore the customs of mourning they experienced while living in China which included “hungry ghosts”. Sponsored by: Chris Winchester In memory of Matt Gaines, beloved husband and father

Season 3

SURTHRIVAL Series 3 Episode 4: What to Say and NOT to Say to your Friend Who’s grieving!

Meryeum Tunagur-Williams and Angel Torres share their honest and heartfelt thoughts about the things that helped them grieve and the things that didn’t help. Sponsored by: Gina Faletta, State Farm Agent

SURTHRIVAL Series 3 Episode 3: You Don’t Have to Say Anything! Sitting Shiva

Rabbi Steven Henkin of Temple Beth El in Birmingham, AL discusses sitting shiva which is a Jewish tradition where mourners gather for seven days after a funeral, surrounded by family and friends. This ritual offers comfort, structure, and community support, helping those who grieve to process their loss and begin healing together. Sponsored by: Kim Lefelar (best friend) in honor of her mom, Marlene Burns

SURTHRIVAL Series 3 Mourn with those Who Mourn Episode 2: Therapeutic Friendship

Today's guest: Chris O'Rear, an ordained minister, licensed clinical pastoral therapist, shares practical tips that help you form stronger friendships, navigate conflicts and support loved ones through tough times. Sponsored by Chris Winchester, best boss, in honor of my husband, Matt Gaines.

SURTHRIVAL Series 3 Mourn with Those Who Mourn - Episode 1: Your Presence is All That's Needed!

New Series, New Episode, New Guest, Take a listen!

Season 2

Born into Grief, Single and Satisfied: Lisa McNair

Lisa McNair was born to grieving parents who lost their first daughter, Denise McNair, one of four Black girls killed in the 16th Street Church Bombing on September 15, 1963. From the beginning she felt the heavy load of bringing joy, being perfect and doing all the right things due to the horrible loss of a sister she never knew. Part of this narrative for her was the importance of getting married. Though this was what Lisa desired, she's never found the right person…at least not yet. She watched her friends marry and grieved her singleness for decades. Only in the last couple of years after the death of her mom, has she come to grips with being unmarried and become content. We talk about some advantages of being single and the importance of knowing ourselves. Her advice to her 25-year-old self would be – GO LIVE YOUR LIFE! Don’t wait for someone to complete your joy. Lisa McNair is an author, speaker, photographer and activist. She is lively, funny and shares the story of her life as being famous for a tragic reason. Speaker: lisa@speaklisa.com Author: https://www.amazon.com/Dear-Denise-Letters-Sister-Never-ebook/dp/B0BBNH76X6

1 of 4